Originally created for people that can’t consume regular sugars, alternative and artificial sweeteners have become extremely popular in Salt Lake City in all kinds of different products. From chewing gum to diet soda, Dr. Brickey want you to know which of these options are best for your dental and general health, so here are the facts about a few of the most common sweeteners. If you have any questions, please feel free to call Natural Smiles Dentistry.
The Big Five Sugar Substitutes
The benefits of natural and artificial sugar-free sweeteners were first recognized as a safe option for diabetics, but have since exploded in popularity because food, beverage, candy, and snack companies have discovered that it is easier to sell fewer calories. In addition, Salt Lake City residents with a sweet tooth know that artificial sweeteners are notorious for their ability to ruin your portion control. All of the following substances are considered sugar-free and inhibit tooth decay because bacteria cannot ferment them into enamel-destroying acids. Despite ongoing controversy about health concerns of sugar substitutes, the FDA considers all of the following substances to be safe for regular consumption.
If you would like to discuss the healthiest way to sweeten your coffee or want to visit Natural Smiles Dentistry for a consultation, please give us a call!
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http://www.umass.edu/nibble/infofile/artsweet.html
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2012/12/04/saccharin-aspartame-dangers.aspx
http://www.sugar.org/other-sweeteners/artificial-sweeteners/
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3038976
http://www.rodalenews.com/sweeteners
http://www.downtoearth.org/health/vitamins-supplements/sucralose-dangerous-sugar-substitute
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