Does Splenda cause cancer?
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There have been tests that suggest it MIGHT cause problems in rats...but the amount they consume is huge, we probably wouldnt eat the comparable amount (weight for weight) in a life time!  So you're OK :D
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The simple answer is that 1g of SPLENDA contains a fraction of a calorie, so they round down to get 0 calories.\n\nThough you might have heard anything ending in "ose" means sugar and should be used in moderation, sucralose, the sweetening ingredient in SPLENDA, is not recognized by the body as sugar or as a carbohydrate and has no calories. Sucralose has also been shown not to cause a rise in hemoglobin A1c (a measure of your average blood glucose level over time).\n\nSPLENDA can lower carbohydrates and calories in recipes. For example, a cup of SPLENDA has 96 calories and 24 grams of carbohydrates, compared to the 770 calories and 192 grams of carbohydrates found in a cup of sugar.
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the sugar mentioned in "blood sugar" is glucose.  natural sugars and starches are metabolized to glucose.  if you use a sweetener that is not a carbohydrate, those with chemical formula Cn(H2O)n, you probably won't see an increase in glucose (although, since there is carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen present in those artificial sweeteners, it is theoretically possible for your body to build glucose out of their metabolites).  For example, aspartame has the chemical formula C14H18N2O5.  in order to raise your blood glucose, your body would need to convert this to C6H12O6.  i'm not aware of any enzyme that catalyzes this conversion.  xylitol, sucralose, saccharin, and others do not have the necessary Cn(H2O)n structure to be converted to glucose.\n\non the other hand, your body still needs glucose for efficient energy production, so it will convert other molecules in your body-- such as glycogen, triglycerides, and proteins-- into glucose.  it sounds like you are doing all the right things... exercising will help you get rid of extra glucose storage forms (fat, glycogen) as well as keep your muscle proteins from being broken down and converted to glucose.  controlling your diet is going to be extremely difficult, as carbohydrates are present in pretty much everything, from bread to milk to fruit... you are forcing a big change on your body and it will probably be very stubborn about accepting it.  so your glucose levels will probably drop very gradually provided you follow your doctor's advise precisely.  you may notice that eating foods sweetened with artificial sweeteners actually cause you to crave more sweets.  it's frustrating, i know...\n\nif you are an adult, as i suspect you are, then you most likely have what is known as type II insulin-resistant or adult-onset diabetes mellitus.  your pancreas makes plenty of insulin, but your liver doesn't recognize it.  so taking insulin supplements will not help you.  i know some people who have been diagnosed with type II diabetes and they take insulin shots, but there is no medical or biological reason why they should.  it's generally a bad idea to overdose your body with any hormone.  then again, i suppose it is possible that you had juvenile diabetes which went undiagnosed.  in that case, you are probably taking the wrong medication for your condition, and insulin injections may be a very good option.\n\nmetformin is great for reducing insulin-resistance (allowing your body to use the insulin that it has been producing), but it doesn't work for everyone.  since you are taking a metformin combination, you've probably already tried regular metformin, right?  have you tried any other anti-diabetic medications?  there are a number of good ones out there, talk to your doctor about your individual needs.  you might ask about thiazolidinediones like avandia which also help you use the insulin your pancreas makes.\n\nif at any time your pancreas stops functioning for whatever reason (worn out, cancer, whatever) you will need insulin supplements.
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no...any soda or anything containing \naspartame will cause \nepilepsy\nbirthdefect\nbrain tumors\nand diabetes..\nand actually, if youre a kid, then diet is worse.
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of course not.\n\nwho told you that? sounds like propaganda.\n\nweed does NOT cause cancer.
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Want a drug that could lower your risk of diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and colon cancer? That could lift your mood and treat headaches? That could lower your risk of cavities? \n\n\nIf it sounds too good to be true, think again. \n\n\nCoffee, the much maligned but undoubtedly beloved beverage, just made headlines for possibly cutting the risk of the latest disease epidemic, type 2 diabetes. And the real news seems to be that the more you drink, the better. \n\n\nReducing Disease Risk \n\n\nAfter analyzing data on 126,000 people for as long as 18 years, Harvard researchers calculate that compared with not partaking in America's favorite morning drink, downing one to three cups of caffeinated coffee daily can reduce diabetes risk by single digits. But having six cups or more each day slashed men's risk by 54% and women's by 30% over java avoiders. \n\n\nThough the scientists give the customary "more research is needed" before they recommend you do overtime at Starbuck's to specifically prevent diabetes, their findings are very similar to those in a less-publicized Dutch study. And perhaps more importantly, it's the latest of hundreds of studies suggesting that coffee may be something of a health food -- especially in higher amounts. \n\n\nIn recent decades, some 19,000 studies have been done examining coffee's impact on health. And for the most part, their results are as pleasing as a gulp of freshly brewed Breakfast Blend for the 108 million Americans who routinely enjoy this traditionally morning -- and increasingly daylong -- ritual. In practical terms, regular coffee drinkers include the majority of U.S. adults and a growing number of children. \n\n\n"Overall, the research shows that coffee is far more healthful than it is harmful," says Tomas DePaulis, PhD, research scientist at Vanderbilt University's Institute for Coffee Studies, which conducts its own medical research and tracks coffee studies from around the world. "For most people, very little bad comes from drinking it, but a lot of good." \n\n\nConsider this: At least six studies indicate that people who drink coffee on a regular basis are up to 80% less likely to develop Parkinson's, with three showing the more they drink, the lower the risk. Other research shows that compared to not drinking coffee, at least two cups daily can translate to a 25% reduced risk of colon cancer, an 80% drop in liver cirrhosis risk, and nearly half the risk of gallstones. \n\n\nCoffee even offsets some of the damage caused by other vices, some research indicates. "People who smoke and are heavy drinkers have less heart disease and liver damage when they regularly consume large amounts of coffee compared to those who don't," says DePaulis. \n\n\nThere's also some evidence that coffee may help manage asthma and even control attacks when medication is unavailable, stop a headache, boost mood, and even prevent cavities.
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A study reported in a recent issue of the journal Cancer Research suggests that eating a diet full of beans, nuts and cereals may help prevent cancer. This is because these foods contain an active compound that inhibits the growth of cancers.\n\nScientists found the anti-cancer agent called inositol pentakisphosphate at the University College London. The scientist were cited by Reuters as saying the substance, also found in lentils and peas, may direct researchers to develop new drugs against cancer.\n\nThe compound, as explained by the scientists, acts upon an enzyme called phosphoinositide 3-kinase and inhibits tumor growth.\n\nIn the current study, the scientists proved the anti-cancer properties of inositol pentakisphosphate in mice and cancer cells in the laboratory. It was found that this compound killed tumor cells and boosted the effect of drugs used against cancer cells such as ovarian and lung cancer cells.\n\nAccording to the study, the compound is non-toxic, which allows it to be used at high concentrations to aid chemotherapy.\n______________________________________________\nThe second link lists the top ten anti cancer foods as well... I personally think sweet potato on there...but oh well.
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I have non small cell lung cancer - had surgery in Nov 05, just heard about cottage cheese and flaxseed oil and sent away for it.  As soon as it arrives I will be starting the regime.  I do not know anyone at this time with small cell lung cancer.
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Aspartame DOES NOT cause cancer. Aspartame is an artificial sweetener. It is actually a very small protein made of two amino acids - phenylalanine & aspartic acid. It is toxic only in people with a congenital disorder called PKU (Phenylketoneurea) & then only because they cannot digest phenylalanine & it builds up to toxic levels in their blood - howev er, to patients with this diease, EVERY protein source with phenylalanine (which means every animal product - dairy, eggs, poultry, meat) will be toxic to them.\n\nAspartame works because a part of its structure will fit into the sweetness receptors in your taste buds, making your body recognize them as sweetening agents. Aspartame is one of the safest artificial sweeteners on the market.
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has been known to cause severe cancers.\n\nbut they use it for curing cancer too.(in very small concentrated doses)
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anything with aspartimine is potentially harmful.  Splenda is good...it is real sugar with the calories removed...
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All kind of things can cause cancer. To avoid to it would be best to have good genes and live in a sealed bubble.
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Better to avoid either.  High doses of refined sugar can lead to obesity and diabetes.  Artifical sweeteners lead to liver, kidney, stomach, circulatory system and mucous membrane problems. Pick your disease!\n\nI suggest you drink low doses of real sugar pop because won't harm your body as much.  Remember that coke has phosphoric acid, a powerful inorganic acid that if consumed in quantities can give you the ulcer of a lifetime, believe me, been there.
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Anything en excess can be harmful, but too much estrogen can increase your risk of cancer.  Talk to your doctor if you have concerns.
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aspartame is a poison.  it certainly effects brain chemistry.  has been linked to the same systems as Parkinson's.
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Splenda is an artificial sweetner made from sucralose.\nIt was discovered about 20 years ago and as a product has had about 100 different Pk or safety studies conducted on it.\n\nThe process to manufacture Sucralose does take sucrose, the normal sugar we consume and bind it with a chlorine atom. This makes a chemically stable bond that is only broken apart under some very specific parameters, none of which are normally encountered in everyday use.\n\nTo make it appear as a replacement for sugar, Sucralose is bulked up with Maltodextrin a carbohydrate derived from corn, giving it some calories but making it measure and act more like sugar. This combination is called Splenda Granular.\n\nUsing lab animals, many studies concerning cancer, toxicity, kidney and liver damage have been done. Surprisingly, rats do make excellent models for humans for this type of research, and opinions about lab animal research aside, the chemicals involved in this product have been well researched.\n\nSucrose is treated in a specialized process and some molecules are moved as a chlorine is substituted. In gheneral, we consume a lot of chlorise., Sodium Chloride is one atom of sodium and one atom of chloride bound to make table salt. All srts of presevatives and processes utilize chloride in this fashion.  A small percentage of os sucralose does  break down into small amounts of 1,6-dichlorofructose, a chemical that has not been adequately tested in humans.\n\nIn general, the product should be deemed safe in most people. There are some documented, and MANY UNDOCUMENTED reports of health issues among people. The documented are from peopel with current throid or kidney problems having those problems get worse. The undocumented problems blame anything from eyesight loss, to arthtitis on artificial sweetners. As a scientist, I have to question any report that is not duplicated or one that you cannot rule out other unrelated problems. \n\nI think common sense should apply here. In normal consumption doses this product will behave as expected in nearly all people. Meaning, don't consume 40 cans of Diet cola and eat 20 diet twinkies, etc. Normal consumption will be fine over a lifetime.\n\ni could do a study over 25 yeras that shows the adverse effects of sugar, versus aspartame and sucralose. Bottom line is that all will have some impact. One can cause diabetes and obesity. The others may cause enlarged kidneys or livers (whch goes away if you stop use). In terms of public health and lifestyle, which threats are worse? Eating poorly, consuming fast food and not exercising are far worse than sonsuming diet drinks and foods. \n\nThese products can help eliminate the guilt of empty calories, but you should not reley on them for weightloss without proper diet and exercise.\n\nAs for safety, they are as safe as any processed food product is.  Look at a label of cereal, or cheese slices, or a frozen meal. They all contain some complex molecules that in some are probably very reactive, but in most are just fine.
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No, that's not true at all. However, the diet sodas that use the artificial sweetener Aspartame in place of sugar have been accused in regards to various health complications, but most are groundless.\n\nAspartame is marketed under several trademark names including NutraSweet, Equal, and CANDEREL.\n\nIt is well-known that aspartame contains the naturally-occurring amino acid phenylalanine, which is a health hazard to the few people born with phenylketonuria, a genetic inability to process phenylalanine.\n\nOther than that, there have been a couple of studies that have reccomended further investigation to the ties between Aspartame and diseases such as brain tumors, brain lesions, and lymphoma, but all claims are still to be confirmed.\n\nThe tests performed to question these said claims involve much higher doses of Aspartame than what one would consume in an ordinary soft drink, however, and therefore people who drink diet pop are at a slim to none risk of any cancerous diseases.