The most common sugar substitutes
Sugary substitute saccharin. This substitute, produced in the form of tablets, can be taken no more than 4 pieces per day. The conducted studies suggest that the use of saccharin in large doses can lead to the formation of tumors.
Sweet substitute suklamate. Available in tablets and in liquid form. May cause skin allergic reactions.
Sugar substitute sorbitol (hexahydrous alcohol). Colorless crystals with a sweet taste, readily soluble in water. Contain in fruits, especially many in rowan berries and thorns. Sorbitol has a laxative and choleretic effect.
Sugary substitute xylitol (pyatomic alcohol). White sweet crystals that dissolve well in water. This substitute is available in the form of a powder. 1 g of xylitol contains only 4 kcal.
Fructose. This substance is a fruit sugar - monosaccharide. It is much sweeter than sucrose, and, according to many researchers, is the best substitute for sugar. However, its regular use for a long time can cause the development of acidosis - a violation of the acid-base balance in the body.
Sweetener aspartame. It is used for the production of chewing gum and sweet carbonated drinks. It has the designation E-951 and its use is permitted in Russia. Caloric content of aspartame is much lower than usual sugar, but it is 200 times sweeter than it. Its cost is much lower than sugar, so it is so readily used in domestic industries.
Numerous studies confirm that the use of products that contain ac to the desks, in order to reduce weight, you can get absolutely the opposite result. It contains aspartic acid, which affects the central nervous system of a person, exciting it, which leads to increased appetite, and the person begins to eat more. This, in turn, leads to an increase in body weight.
Aspartame also includes phenylalanine, an amino acid that is very important for the human body. However, the accumulation of its and its derivatives adversely affects the nervous system. Recently, it has also been shown that phenylalanine affects the decrease in the brain level of its basic chemical compounds, for example, serotonin. Serotonin is responsible for the mood of a person, and if it is not enough in the body, it can cause the emergence of depressive conditions. As you know, the side effect of depression may be overeating, which again leads to weight gain.
Aspects refers to methyl esters. In the process of metabolism, the body produces methanol - wood alcohol, which is very toxic and dangerous for the body. It promotes the formation of toxic products such as carcinogens formaldehyde and diketopiperazine, which can cause the development of cancer.
Harm to sugar substitutes
Unlimited consumption of sugar substitutes and sweeteners leads to a reduction in the amount of adenosine triphosphate in the body, which is the main source of energy. Also in cells, the glucose level is reduced, which is replenished thanks to sugar and sugar-containing products. This reduces the synthesis of gamma-aminobutyric acid and acetylcholine in the body, which contribute to the good functioning of the central nervous system and the human brain.
The negative influence on human health of sugar substitutes has been proved by many studies. But people continue to use these drugs, in order to get rid of excess kilograms. This problem is especially urgent for young girls, because, for example, regular use of aspartame can lead to a violation of the reproductive functions of the female body.
Particular attention should be paid also to the use of carbonated drinks and chewing gum by children who love them so much. Such food can lead to serious consequences. And finally, if you decide to lose weight or support your figure, choose a safer and less cruel way to achieve this.