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Artificial sweeteners are displayed, on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2014, in New York. The World Health Organization warns about artificial sweeteners may set the stage for Type 2 diabetes. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane) The World Health Organization says artificial sweeteners aren’t all they’re cracked up to be. The organization has issued a warning that using sugar alternatives won’t help you lose weight in the long run, and could increase risk of Type 2 diabetes or heart disease. Popular artificial sweeteners include aspartame, saccharin, stevia, and sucralose. Evidence suggest that there is no long-term benefit in reducing body fat.
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