Using artificial sweeteners does not help lose weight

According to a study published in the Journal of Physiology, the brain has the ability to distinguish between natural sugars and artificial sweeteners.

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The study was carried out by scientists from Yale University School of Medicine, led by Professor Ivan de Araujo.

The experiment was conducted in mice. When mice were starving, their sugar levels were low, scientists gave them a choice between food containing natural sugars and artificial sweeteners, and specific studies of interstitial brain signals. It is important to determine the difference between natural sugar and artificial sweeteners. These signals regulate the level of release of dopamine, a chemical capable of transmitting information and influencing the process of controlling behavior, emotions and relaxation, necessary for the functioning of the god system. Central nervous system.

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The data obtained show that when we use compounds that can impact on the critical phase of "sugar metabolism into energy" , the needs of animals for sweetener foods significantly reduced, along with a reduction in the level of dopamine release in the brain. Mice absolutely tend to eat natural sugars instead of artificial sweeteners, even when the sweetness of artificial sweeteners is much higher than natural sugars.

Based on the results of this study, scientists believe that it is possible to explain why the incidence of obesity is increasing despite new artificial sweetener products appearing in recent years.The use of artificial sweeteners does not help weight loss, but will increase the body's sugar needs. Currently, foods containing artificial sweeteners are very popular. In the US, about 30% of people use junk food containing artificial sweeteners.

Previously, Yale University's Journal of Biology and Medicine also published an article about the impact of artificial sweeteners on the human body. A recent study also found that drinking a can of soda for a diet is likely to increase the risk of diabetes.

"Combining the use of artificial sweeteners and a small amount of natural sugars to ensure that no energy exchange is reduced; at the same time, limiting low calorie intake to the body is the best solution. now, " said Professor Ivan de Araujo.