Diet soda danger? study probes artificial sweeteners in teens with diabetes
NCT ID NCT03889522
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at how non-caloric artificial sweeteners (like those in diet drinks) affect body composition, metabolism, and blood sugar control in 21 youth aged 5-17 with type 1 diabetes. Researchers measured body fat and muscle using special scans and tested blood for markers of kidney and liver function, cholesterol, and blood sugar control. Participants also reported their intake of artificial sweeteners through questionnaires. The goal was to see if these sweeteners are linked to health risks in this group.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- non-caloric artificial sweeteners (dietary consumption)
- What this could lead to
- If results show a link, it could guide dietary recommendations for youth with type 1 diabetes to reduce future complication risks.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, observational study with only 21 participants, so findings may not apply broadly. It only looks at associations, not cause and effect.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53226, United States
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