Arch Environ Occup Health July 2015 PMID 24965331

Aspartame and Risk of Cancer: A Meta-analytic Review.

Sreekanth Mallikarjun, Rebecca McNeill Sieburth

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26
Peak: 2 in May 2021
across 5 sources since May 2021

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What people are saying

Overall, the discussions reflect a moderate consensus supporting the meta-analytic review, exemplified by statements like 'Aspartame is NOT carcinogenic in rats' and references to scientific studies, alongside some dismissive comments. The tone varies from supportive to skeptical, contributing to a nuanced but generally science-aligned conversation.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the recent meta-analysis indicating that aspartame is unlikely to cause cancer, though a few question or challenge this conclusion.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate interest, discussing study findings, methods, and related concerns without deep technical dives, but acknowledging the topic's relevance.

EngagementModerate engagement

There is a balanced level of engagement, with some users referencing specific studies and sharing opinions, though some dismiss others' views or simply affirm findings.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions seem to influence perspectives on safety, with several users emphasizing scientific evidence, which could shape opinions on artificial sweeteners.

Abstract in brief

  • This article reviews existing studies on aspartame (APM), a popular artificial sweetener, to determine if it causes cancer, focusing on research conducted before December 2012.
  • The review includes 10 different animal studies and finds that overall, aspartame does not appear to significantly increase cancer risk in rodents.
  • The findings suggest that, based on the analyzed data, aspartame is unlikely to be carcinogenic in rodents, although concerns remain due to inconsistent results in earlier studies.]

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TheLiverDoc™
@theliverdr · X

@chiragbarjatyaa @DrPriyaMaxFac Aspartame is NOT carcinogenic in rats as per this quality metanalysis and none to demonstrate cancers in humans https://t.co/6iC2j5PoQ8 Also proven SAFE in bioassay methods https://t.co/BqidLtF5dn NO major studies have shown any major adverse events with non sugar sweetners

Dec 23, 2021 · 4 likes · 1 share · 315,598 followers View post →
GIBERING BOL ALIMA
@alima_bol · X

Aspartame and risk of cancer: a meta-analytic review" par M. Soffritti et al. (Archives of Environmental & Occupational Health, 2016) "Aspartame: effects on the nervous system" par J. W. Olney et al. (Journal of Neuropathology and Experimental Neurology, 1987)

Apr 5, 2023 · 2 likes · 2,907 followers View post →
Tomas Andersson
@tomasande · X

@MagnusN11 @naktor @HALLONSA Här har du några som visar på att en koppling mellan cancer och aspartam saknas. https://t.co/cVS78qMopn https://t.co/59wiEHcXJO https://t.co/IrX1cO11NI https://t.co/AcI5gDDvx5

May 1, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 156 followers View post →
Jason Unruhe ☭ Ψ
@MaoistRebelNews · X

@strongerpotions It's been studied extensively, you're ignorant. https://t.co/4UxYHD7VJi

Jul 10, 2024 · 1 like · 6,656 followers View post →
Carla Filt
@HALLONSA · X

RT @tomasande: @MagnusN11 @naktor @HALLONSA Här har du några som visar på att en koppling mellan cancer och aspartam saknas. https://t.co/…

May 1, 2021 · 1 share · 29,166 followers View post →
Jason Unruhe ☭ Ψ
@MaoistRebelNews · X

@poonabi @EarlyGaiaArt @strongerpotions https://t.co/4UxYHD8tyQ

Jul 10, 2024 · 6,656 followers View post →

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The Impact of Artificial Sweeteners on Health

Artificial sweeteners like aspartame and saccharin are commonly used as sugar alternatives, but they may promote cravings, obesity, and type 2 diabetes. This video examines scientific evidence regarding their health…

Shelium · Jun 25, 2022 348 views
Jason Unruhe ☭ Ψ
@MaoistRebelNews · X

@poonabi @EarlyGaiaArt @strongerpotions https://t.co/4UxYHD8tyQ

Jul 10, 2024 · 6,656 followers View post →
Jason Unruhe ☭ Ψ
@MaoistRebelNews · X

@strongerpotions It's been studied extensively, you're ignorant. https://t.co/4UxYHD7VJi

Jul 10, 2024 · 1 like · 6,656 followers View post →
Dunkel J. Trupp
@realDigitalTrum · X

@benny_mrx Schnelle Suche auf pubmed zeigt, dass es schon lange starke Indizien gab, die auf Krebs erregende Wirkung hinweisen. Hätte also auch den zeit Redakteur 2017 bekannt sein können. https://t.co/tgOkkqj1lp

Jul 14, 2023 · 256 followers View post →
Premal Patel
@Logicologist_p · X

RT @theliverdr: @chiragbarjatyaa @DrPriyaMaxFac Aspartame is NOT carcinogenic in rats as per this quality metanalysis and none to demonstra…

Jun 29, 2023 · 1 share · 459 followers View post →
GIBERING BOL ALIMA
@alima_bol · X

Aspartame and risk of cancer: a meta-analytic review" par M. Soffritti et al. (Archives of Environmental & Occupational Health, 2016) "Aspartame: effects on the nervous system" par J. W. Olney et al. (Journal of Neuropathology and Experimental Neurology, 1987)

Apr 5, 2023 · 2 likes · 2,907 followers View post →
Qwintine.NI (Naturally Intelligent)
@qwintine · X

@DLC22030741 @GeekNfit C'est complètement faux ! https://t.co/yr7vRORqw5 https://t.co/2nLAx0IrDJ https://t.co/BEwMefWdPU https://t.co/XcQbzbdO8m https://t.co/VsOCc14Tv5

Mar 8, 2023 · 396 followers View post →
Nutrem
@MxNutrem · X

No me gustan los edulcorantes y casi no los consumo ni los recomiendo. Pero, no encontré un sólo estudio en humanos que relacione el consumo de aspartame con mayor riesgo de cáncer. Hay un metanálisis en roedores y concluye que no hay mayor riesgo. https://t.co/ixjcwLfJwF https://t.co/efhM0ZNUJz https://t.co/M5Duye6Y9V

Apr 30, 2022 · 258 followers View post →
TheLiverDoc™
@theliverdr · X

@chiragbarjatyaa @DrPriyaMaxFac Aspartame is NOT carcinogenic in rats as per this quality metanalysis and none to demonstrate cancers in humans https://t.co/6iC2j5PoQ8 Also proven SAFE in bioassay methods https://t.co/BqidLtF5dn NO major studies have shown any major adverse events with non sugar sweetners

Dec 23, 2021 · 4 likes · 1 share · 315,598 followers View post →
Carla Filt
@HALLONSA · X

RT @tomasande: @MagnusN11 @naktor @HALLONSA Här har du några som visar på att en koppling mellan cancer och aspartam saknas. https://t.co/…

May 1, 2021 · 1 share · 29,166 followers View post →
Tomas Andersson
@tomasande · X

@MagnusN11 @naktor @HALLONSA Här har du några som visar på att en koppling mellan cancer och aspartam saknas. https://t.co/cVS78qMopn https://t.co/59wiEHcXJO https://t.co/IrX1cO11NI https://t.co/AcI5gDDvx5

May 1, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 156 followers View post →