Few know: a common sweetener in the U.S. could damage the brain and increase the risk of stroke
A study suggests that erythritol, a popular low-calorie sweetener, may harm the blood-brain barrier and elevate stroke risk.
OHUALLIKAS ⟩ This Natural Sugar Substitute May Increase Stroke Risk
A recent study suggests that the common sugar substitute erythritol, found in protein bars and energy drinks, may unknowingly compromise a crucial protective mechanism in the body, raising the risk of strokes and heart disease.