Splenda and Health: What We Actually Know About Sucralose
Sucralose (Splenda) is a calorie-free sweetener about 600 times sweeter than sugar, approved by the FDA in 1998 and generally considered safe; it can help reduce calories and manage diabetes, but animal studies have raised concerns about gut health and metabolism, while human studies are inconsistent and short, so evidence isn’t conclusive. If unsure, you can swap for alternatives like stevia or monk fruit, but overall moderation and personal tolerance should guide use.
