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2024-04-27 13:30:47 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: A06B5AD46B03701EF43FB04C558CDC0992AAEB06F08262946CC30F2C94E14FD6
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There is no credible scientific evidence that aspartame causes “holes in the brain.” That comes from an internet hoax email. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aspartame_controversy EFSA’s scientific experts concluded that aspartame doesn't cause any damage to the brain. https://www.efsa.europa.eu/sites/default/files/corporate_publications/files/factsheetaspartame.pdf Need to drink 19 sodas a day to exceed the FDA ADI. https://www.factcheck.org/2023/10/no-proven-health-risks-from-aspartame-but-also-no-proven-benefits/ https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food
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