Study reveals artificial sweeteners cause inheritable biological changes in mice

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Artificial sweeteners may cause inheritable biological changes, with some effects persisting in offspring. A study found sucralose and stevia altered gut microbiota, gene expression, and metabolism in mice, with impacts seen in unexposed offspring. Researchers were prompted by rising rates of metabolic diseases despite increased use of artificial sweeteners.


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