A comprehensive study led by the University of Leeds found that replacing sugar with sweeteners in foods does not increase hunger and helps lower blood sugar levels, beneficial for people at risk of type 2 diabetes. The study, part of a European consortium, confirmed that using sweeteners can reduce sugar intake without negatively affecting appetite or causing undesirable health effects, providing a valuable tool for managing diet and preventing obesity-related conditions. A new study confirms that sweeteners can replace sugar in foods effectively, reducing appetite and blood sugar levels without negative health impacts, supporting their use in dietary management and public health.
Replacing sugar with artificial and natural sweeteners in foods does not make people hungrier – and also helps to reduce blood sugar levels, a significant new study has found. The double-blind randomized controlled trial found that consuming food containing sweeteners produced a similar reduction in appetite sensations and appetite-related hormone responses as sugary foods – and provides some benefits such as lowering blood sugar, which may be particularly important in people at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The use of sweeteners in place of sugar in foods can be controversial due to conflicting reports about their potential to increase appetite.
Previous studies have been carried out but did not provide robust evidence. However, the researchers say their study, which meets the gold stand.
