April 2020 PMID 32326137

Plausible Biological Interactions of Low- and Non-Calorie Sweeteners with the Intestinal Microbiota: An Update of Recent Studies.

Julio Plaza-Diaz, Belén Pastor-Villaescusa, Ascensión Rueda-Robles, Francisco Abadia-Molina, Francisco Javier Ruiz-Ojeda

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Discussions highlight the nuanced effects of sweeteners on gut microbiota, with posts referencing mechanisms and health concerns, such as the mention that sweeteners like aspartame do not significantly alter microbiota and how sweeteners like saccharin may change bacterial populations. The tone combines cautious scientific curiosity with recognition of ongoing uncertainties, as seen in phrases like 'interact in unknown ways' and 'more than calories,' which signify interest without overstating conclusions.

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Most discussions acknowledge the complexity and limited understanding of how low-calorie sweeteners interact with gut microbiota, with comments aligned with the cautious tone of the publication.

InterestModerate interest

The posts demonstrate moderate curiosity, referencing the biochemical interactions and health implications, indicating a genuine but cautious interest.

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Some discussions delve into mechanisms and debate the health impacts, showing a moderate depth of engagement with the research details.

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The concept of sweeteners influencing microbiota presents potential health significance, as reflected in phrases like 'more than calories' and 'unnknown ways,' suggesting perceived importance.

Abstract in brief

  • Sweeteners that are significantly sweeter than sugar are increasingly used as substitutes, but their impact on gut microbiota is not fully understood.
  • Aspartame and acesulfame-K generally don’t affect gut bacteria much, although acesulfame-K can alter bacterial populations slightly, while saccharin and sucralose do change gut microbiota without clear health benefits or drawbacks.
  • Steviol glycosides may require gut bacteria for metabolism and could modify bacterial populations, and the effects of sugar alcohols (polyols) on gut health, including potential laxative effects, particularly for people with bowel issues, remain unclear.

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Saúl Sánchez
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Jan 25, 2022 · 4 likes · 108,084 followers View post →
Marit Kolby
@MaritKolby · X

Artificial and natural sweeteners, low or no-calorie, interact with microbiota in unknown ways. Food is more than calories. Plausible Biological Interactions of Low- and Non-Calorie Sweeteners with the Intestinal Microbiota: An Update of Recent Studies https://t.co/vxKJqwfWNR

Jun 23, 2020 · 4 likes · 4,899 followers View post →
Samuel Durán Agüero
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Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
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Review: mechanisms and potential health effects of non-nutritive #sweeteners and the #microbiome https://t.co/MuyyarcxXj

May 11, 2020 · 8,802 followers View post →
Symbiosis papers
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Plausible Biological Interactions of Low- and Non-Calorie Sweeteners with the Intestinal Microbiota: An Update of Recent Studies. https://t.co/DeiITbxzLH

Apr 25, 2020 · 1,104 followers View post →
Dani
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Además de que tomar aspartamo (en dosis aceptadas) no suponga un riesgo mayor que el de vivir en una ciudad con humos de motor... Es que, aunque lo tomemos, ni siquiera altera nuestra microbiota intestinal porque se rompe en componentes «naturales». https://t.co/OyQiwqJ5ws https://t.co/n8Y9mtz3QN

Jul 13, 2023 · 600 followers View post →

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Dani
@antartidan_ · X

Además de que tomar aspartamo (en dosis aceptadas) no suponga un riesgo mayor que el de vivir en una ciudad con humos de motor... Es que, aunque lo tomemos, ni siquiera altera nuestra microbiota intestinal porque se rompe en componentes «naturales». https://t.co/OyQiwqJ5ws https://t.co/n8Y9mtz3QN

Jul 13, 2023 · 600 followers View post →
Samuel Durán Agüero
@SamuelNutriChil · X

@DrGiovanniD @Ortiz_Alx https://t.co/P6AASyuv1J https://t.co/ayLgcFQxGG https://t.co/ayLgcFQxGG https://t.co/IYrxzJpCrF

Jan 25, 2022 · 1 like · 3,080 followers View post →
Saúl Sánchez
@SaulNutri · X

Jan 25, 2022 · 4 likes · 108,084 followers View post →
Marit Kolby
@MaritKolby · X

Artificial and natural sweeteners, low or no-calorie, interact with microbiota in unknown ways. Food is more than calories. Plausible Biological Interactions of Low- and Non-Calorie Sweeteners with the Intestinal Microbiota: An Update of Recent Studies https://t.co/vxKJqwfWNR

Jun 23, 2020 · 4 likes · 4,899 followers View post →
Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic · X

Review: mechanisms and potential health effects of non-nutritive #sweeteners and the #microbiome https://t.co/MuyyarcxXj

May 11, 2020 · 8,802 followers View post →
Symbiosis papers
@Symbiosispapers · X

Plausible Biological Interactions of Low- and Non-Calorie Sweeteners with the Intestinal Microbiota: An Update of Recent Studies. https://t.co/DeiITbxzLH

Apr 25, 2020 · 1,104 followers View post →
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