A couple of years ago a study came out concluding that Aspartame is safe for consumption. Many had a hard time believing their conclusion. Now a new review study concludes that consuming a lot of aspartame may inhibit the ability of enzymes in your brain to function normally. The question is what is “a lot”? No doubt it is an individualized dosage as it is known that some people are more susceptible to neurological and behavioral disturbances from consuming a small amount of aspartame. Other people may not have any clinically measurable issue with even moderate dosages of aspartame. But do you really want to make yourself a guinea pig to find out?
This review found a number of changes that occur in the brain as a result of high consumption levels of aspartame including the metabolism of amino acids, protein metabolism, neuronal function as well as endocrine disruption.
The breakdown of aspartame causes nerves to fire excessively, which can indirectly lead to a high rate of neuron depolarization. Why would you want to drink diet soda?
In Health
George Mandler
Licensed Acupuncturist
Licensed Dietitian / Nutritionist
Acupuncture , Herbs & Nutrition Counseling Services