Shun artificial sweeteners

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Diabetes Research Centre has warned people, including children and diabetic patients, against use of artificial sweeteners in their daily life as they contain harmful chemicals. A study has revealed various side effects that have led to complications especially among children.

Raising questions over the safety of such artificial sweeteners, the DDRC has cautioned those suffering from various diseases against use of such artificial sweeteners.

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