Posted on 07/10/2024 5:46:39 AM PDT by Red Badger
Splenda: A popular artificial sweetener that uses sucralose as its primary ingredient. It is commonly used in foods and beverages, such as candy, baked goods, and soft drinks.
Other sucralose-based products:
While Splenda is the most well-known brand, there are other products that use sucralose as their sweetening agent. These products may be sold under different brand names or as generic alternatives to Splenda.
Note that sucralose is also used in combination with other artificial sweeteners, such as aspartame and acesulfame potassium, in some products.
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great ANOTHER way leftists are destroying the world!
well...arevthere any bugs that are naturally sweet because THOSE will be next on the menu of “you vill eat ze bugs and flavor them with ze other bugs”.
It seems lately that one sweetener or another is newly discovered to be health hazards. A few months ago the natural sugar alcohol Erythritol was made the new demon. Shortly before that, Stevia was under renewed scrutiny.
And lately, even Xylitol is getting a bad review.
I’m of the opinion that it doesn’t matter, in moderation.
Xylitol kills dogs............
Xylitol is a common sweetener used in sugar-free foods, but it is incredibly toxic to dogs. Even small amounts of xylitol can cause severe harm or even death in canines.
How Xylitol Affects Dogs
When dogs ingest xylitol, it triggers a rapid release of insulin, leading to a significant drop in blood sugar levels. This can occur within 30-90 minutes of consumption, and the effects can last for 24 hours or more. If left untreated, xylitol poisoning can cause seizures, coma, and even death.
The Dangers of Xylitol
Xylitol is found in a wide range of products, including:
Sugar-free gum and candy
Baked goods and desserts
Toothpaste and mouthwash
Medications and supplements
Even small amounts of xylitol can be deadly. As little as 500 mg can sicken an average-sized dog, and 0.1 g/kg can be toxic.
Prevention is Key
To keep your furry friends safe, it’s essential to be aware of the products that contain xylitol. Always read labels carefully, and keep xylitol-containing products out of reach of your pets.
What to Do if Your Dog Ingests Xylitol
If you suspect your dog has ingested xylitol, act quickly! Contact your veterinarian, emergency animal clinic, or animal poison control center immediately. Every second counts in treating xylitol poisoning.
Remember, xylitol is a silent killer for dogs. Stay informed, and keep your pets safe from this deadly sweetener.
Bring back cyclamate!
Europe did..................
In the past, an article like this might alarm me, but now I assume all these studies have some sort of agenda behind them, so I just ignore them and move on with life.
This ‘study’ thoughtfully brought to you by the Sugar Cane and Sugar Beet Producers Union. ;)
Actually, we need to quit eating artificial anything. Stick with what God gave us in the first place.
What about cats?
cannot be broken down? dafug is it made of, kryptonite? anything that isn’t an element can be broken down, can’t it?
Just imagine a Ecco-whackjob with diabetes. They would be having conniptions.................
Can’t be ‘broken down’ by the body’s digestive system
Kind like corn.....................
Unless it has EXTRA Dextromethorphan, I’m not eating it! ;)
I think it was invented by cats..............
Oh, I get the picture.
LOL! But if that were true, it'd kill us humans, too.
Cat will not kill it’s own servants....................
🙄......................
I try to avoid all these substitutes.
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