Sugar-free? But It Has Sucralose

The front label claims, "No sugar added". But can you spot the ingredient used as a sweetener?

It is Sucralose.  Sucralose is a zero-calorie sweetener used in foods and beverages. Also known as SPLENDA, sucralose is chemically extracted from sugar. That chemical production also changes it as the sweetener passes through your body and is not broken down in the digestive tract.

The side effects of Sucralose/Splenda:

• It changes the bacteria in your gut by lowering the good bacteria.

• It can stimulate your appetite causing you to eat more food, specifically sweet food.

• It can cause weight gain.

• It can cause bloating and gas.

• It can also increase inflammation in the body. Increased inflammation in turn creates even more problems for your health.

If you want to take the time to read even more scary information about sucralose check out this website.

Sucralose was originally discovered when it was being tested as an insecticide!! The scientist was told to test the product and misunderstood to taste it. The sweetness was discovered and after a year of testing, Splenda was born.

Sadly, sucralose is in over 6,000 food/beverage products due to our craving for sweet foods.

When the label says "NO sugar added" turn to the ingredient list and see how it is sweetened. READ THE LABEL!