Sweeteners may suppress important gut bacteria

Sweeteners can disrupt the function of important gut bacteria. This is according to Maria Bode, a researcher focused on gut health. Her findings point to possible changes in the gut microbiota.

The results suggest that artificial sweeteners may have a negative effect on certain bacterial species in the gut. The extent of this effect and which sweeteners play a role is not yet fully clear.

According to Bode, further research is needed to explore the precise influence of sweeteners on gut bacteria. It is possible that certain bacteria function less well with regular consumption of sweeteners.

The advice for now is to avoid excessive use of sweeteners. Bode emphasizes that a healthy diet with little added sugars and sweeteners benefits gut health.

This report is a summary based on the mentioned source and is not medical advice. Always consult a doctor or pharmacist in case of complaints.