Sweetener showdown: erythritol vs. aspartame on blood clot risk

NCT ID NCT05967741

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how the common sweetener erythritol affects blood clotting and blood vessel health compared to aspartame. Twenty-four adults with a BMI of 27 or higher will drink beverages sweetened with each sweetener for two weeks. Researchers will measure markers of platelet activation and inflammation to see if erythritol poses any risks.

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  • Ragle Human Nutrition Research Center, University of California, Davis

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    Davis, California, 95616, United States

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