WHO recommends against non-sugar sweeteners for weight loss.
TL;DR
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a new guideline advising against the use of non-sugar sweeteners (NSS) for weight control or reducing the risk of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). The recommendation is based on a systematic review of evidence suggesting that NSS does not confer any long-term benefit in reducing body fat and may have potential health risks, such as an increased risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and mortality in adults. The WHO recommends reducing the sweetness of the diet altogether, starting early in life, to improve health.
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