Artificial sweeteners under scrutiny: do they worsen prediabetes?
NCT ID NCT05441982
First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 17 times
Summary
This study looked at whether two common artificial sweeteners, saccharin and acesulfame potassium, affect blood sugar control in older adults (40+) with prediabetes. Thirty participants were given controlled diets with or without these sweeteners for 8 weeks. The goal was to see if the sweeteners made blood sugar worse, helping us understand if they are safe for people at risk for diabetes.
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Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, Virginia, 24061, United States
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