Aspartame

Glucose Goddess: The 10 Glucose Hacks!

The Diary Of A CEO

Artificial sweetener mentioned as something to watch for; associated with health concerns in some discussions.

#87—Rick Johnson, MD: Fructose—the common link in hypertension, insulin resistance, T2D, & obesity?

Peter Attia MD

An artificial sweetener, generally considered safer than regular sugar at typical doses, although there are some historical concerns about its safety.

Nutrients For Brain Health & Performance | Huberman Lab Podcast #42

Andrew Huberman

A type of artificial sweetener mentioned in the context of gut microbiome disruption, though the specific effects vary depending on the sweetener type.

Beta-Alanine, Training Frequency, and Strength for Hypertrophy (Episode 59)

Stronger By Science

A non-nutritive sweetener that is the subject of most research in the field, showing a small positive impact on body weight compared to sugar.

Effects of Fasting & Time Restricted Eating on Fat Loss & Health | Huberman Lab Podcast #41

Andrew Huberman

An artificial sweetener that can cause transient increases and decreases in blood glucose, potentially increasing hunger. When consumed in excess, it may have detrimental effects on the gut microbiome.

The Science of Eating for Health, Fat Loss & Lean Muscle | Dr. Layne Norton

Andrew Huberman

An artificial sweetener that consistently shows no effect on blood sugar or insulin levels, despite some initial taste preferences.

Q&A: Training frequency, reducing caloric intake on rest days, and isometric training (Episode 39)

Stronger By Science

An artificial sweetener discussed regarding its safety and lack of causative links to adverse health effects.

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All-In Podcast

An artificial sweetener found to be relatively benign in its effect on the gut microbiome and blood glucose control.

Using Salt to Optimize Mental & Physical Performance | Huberman Lab

Andrew Huberman

An artificial sweetener that neuropod cells in the gut can distinguish from caloric sugars, and which some people find they crave over time.

Metabolic Rate, Artificial Sweeteners, Electromyography, and Non-Failure Training (Episode 35)

Stronger By Science

An artificial sweetener with extensive research generally indicating its safety, despite some studies on rodents raising specific cancer concerns not directly extrapolatable to humans due to metabolic differences.

How to Enhance Your Gut Microbiome for Brain & Overall Health

Andrew Huberman

An artificial sweetener for which current research does not offer specific data on its impact on the gut microbiome.

How Foods and Nutrients Control Our Moods

Andrew Huberman

A common artificial sweetener (NutraSweet) mentioned as being distinct from saccharin regarding gut microbiome effects.

The Junk Food Doctor: "THIS Food Is Worse Than Smoking!" - Chris Van Tulleken Ultra-Processed People

The Diary Of A CEO

Gut Health with Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro (Episode 40)

Stronger By Science

An artificial sweetener that, according to human trials, does not appear to affect the microbiota or gut function.

Journal Club with Dr. Peter Attia | Effects of Light & Dark on Mental Health & Treatments for Cancer

Andrew Huberman

A non-nutritive sweetener, whose impact on gut microbiome and metabolism in relation to obesity is being debated, with current consensus leaning towards limited use.