Common Sweetener Erythritol May Increase Stroke Risk by Damaging Brain Barriers
TL;DR
New research suggests erythritol, a common sugar substitute found in many processed foods, may damage the blood-brain barrier and impair blood vessel function, potentially increasing the risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease, raising concerns about its safety despite regulatory approval.
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