date:Jul 02, 2013
One of the main factors that has been linked to type 2 diabetes is excessive weight gain, and reduction in weight has been recommended for both diabetes prevention and management, reads the review, which was published in the summer 2013 edition of US Endocrinology. Low-calorie sweeteners provide an alternative to added sugars and may facilitate weight loss or maintenance by limiting caloric intake.
The researchers concluded that:
1) Replacing added sugars with low-calorie sweeteners can reduce