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Open Question: Do you have any of these conditions?

Adverse reactions and side effects of aspartame include: Eye blindness in one or both eyes decreased vision and/or other eye problems such as: blurring, bright flashes, squiggly lines, tunnel vision, decreased night vision pain in one or both eyes decreased tears trouble with contact lenses bulging eyes Ear tinnitus - ringing or buzzing sound severe intolerance of noise marked hearing impairment Neurologic epileptic seizures headaches, migraines and (some severe) dizziness, unsteadiness, both confusion, memory loss, both severe drowsiness and sleepiness paresthesia or numbness of the limbs severe slurring of speech severe hyperactivity and restless legs atypical facial pain severe tremors Psychological/Psychiatric severe depression irritability aggression anxiety personality changes insomnia phobias Chest palpitations, tachycardia shortness of breath recent high blood pressure Gastrointestinal nausea diarrhea, sometimes with blood in stools abdominal pain pain when swallowing Skin and Allergies itching without a rash lip and mouth reactions hives aggravated respiratory allergies such as asthma Endocrine and Metabolic loss of control of diabetes menstrual changes marked thinning or loss of hair marked weight loss gradual weight gain aggravated low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) severe PMS Other frequency of voiding and burning during urination excessive thirst, fluid retention, leg swelling, and bloating increased susceptibility to infection Additional Symptoms of Aspartame Toxicity include the most critical symptoms of all death irreversible brain damage birth defects, including mental retardation peptic ulcers aspartame addiction and increased craving for sweets hyperactivity in children severe depression aggressive behavior suicidal tendencies Aspartame may trigger, mimic, or cause the following illnesses: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Epstein-Barr Post-Polio Syndrome Lyme Disease Grave’s Disease Meniere’s Disease Alzheimer’s Disease ALS Epilepsy Multiple Sclerosis (MS) EMS Hypothyroidism Mercury sensitivity from Amalgam fillings Fibromyalgia Lupus non-Hodgkins Lymphoma Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) THEN PLEASE WATCH THIS VIDEO! http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-566922170441334340 more

Resolved Question: Science Report!! Can someone help me edit it plz?!?!?

Phosphoric Acid in Soda Did you know that the average American drinks about two cups of soda a day? It’s true! — this beverage made from purified water, flavored syrup, carbon dioxide, flavorings, sugar, caffeine, and acidulants (acids) is one of the most popular beverages among Americans. However, soda is not necessarily beneficial for you. Soda is the number one source of phosphorus in American’s diets today, which is a very big health problem. Sodas contain phosphoric acid which can cause tooth enamel erosion. Although phosphoric acid can be dangerous for your teeth, it can be devastating to your health. Phosphoric acid in soda has been found to contain arsenic and to have a Ph level close to that of battery acid. After phosphoric acid is consumed, it raises the level of phosphorus in the body and lowers the level of calcium; thus causing your body to draw calcium from your bones which can later lead to osteoporosis. The phosphoric acid in soda not only causes calcium deficiency, but can also corrode stomach linings, upset the alkaline-acid balance of your kidneys, and deteriorate your liver. Many people turn to diet sodas thinking they will be a healthier alternative to regular soda. Although the diet sodas might contain less sugar, they contain the same amounts of phosphoric acid; therefore, diet soda is not completely healthy to drink either. Soft drinks in general do not hold any nutritional value for you anyway. Many of the ingredients in soda have proven to be harmful and not helpful. The acids can cause erosion in teeth and deficiencies in calcium. The sugar alone can cause you to have a higher risk of obesity. Even some of the flavorings (aspartame) can cause brain tumors if taken in large doses. Overall, soft drinks are not beneficial to humans in anyway, but they can be enjoyed in moderation from time to time. The acidity levels of soda can be tested using a simple Ph test. The erosive properties of soda can be tested by allowing soda to erode away at a tooth for a period of time. The concept could be measure by the length of time it takes for the tooth to completely erode away. The corrosive properties of soda could be tested by observing the amount of time it takes for the soda to completely corrode different metals. You could measure this concept by checking the weight of the metals every day to see how their mass decreases over time, until, finally, the metals are completely gone. Thanks in advance!! It's for a science experiment and this is my background paper. Opinions and criticism much appreciated as well :) more

Resolved Question: ***Splenda and Diet Soda dangers.... ?

I have heard that Splenda is dangerous because of it's chlorine makeup and lack of human studies of the effects. My mother is overweight and seems to think everything she eats should be sugar-free with a Splenda alternative. Is this bad for her? What argument could I use to get her to understand? Also, diet soda are just as dangerous because they cause weight gain. Do diet soda's such as diet coke contain the chemical aspartame which is really bad for you? Is it true that the make up of diet sodas can cause the early onset of Alzheimer's? I need another argument for my mother for her to think twice about diet drinks as well. more

Resolved Question: does this chewong gum cause cavities?

made of: sugar, gum base, corn syrup, less than 2% if: glycerol, natural and artifical flavors, soy lecithin, acesulfame k, aspartame, color (red 40 lake), BHT (to maintain freshness) phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine. itz a wrigley's hubba bubba max gum. its the outrageoud origonal flavor. http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.theonlinecandyshop.com/ProductImages/thumbnails/hubbabubbamaxoriginalsmall.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.theonlinecandyshop.com/browseproducts/Index8.html&h=100&w=94&sz=4&hl=en&start=20&um=1&usg=__83xmvyJgdwrO-9l4_WhKnI_CWAc=&tbnid=UZKtuzA9daq4vM:&tbnh=82&tbnw=77&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dhubba%2Bbubba%2Bmax%26start%3D18%26ndsp%3D18%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26rls%3Dcom.microsoft:en-us:IE-SearchBox%26rlz%3D1I7HPID%26sa%3DN more

Resolved Question: Has anyone ever heard of this Aspartame?

how bad is this really if your pregnant? what does it cause. more

Resolved Question: Does Aspartame (Equal, NutraSweet) really cause Multiple Sclerosis and other Neurological Disorders?

Voting Question: Why is aspartame still used?

It's the most DANGEROUS POISON still allowed by the FDA only because no one can PROVE that it causes all of the symptoms, which include:headaches, gain in weight, and a lot more...such as depression. more

Resolved Question: Artificial sweetener aspartame consumed before/after brushing teeth can cause tooth decay?

Someone told me that consuming drinks sweetened with aspartame before or after brushing teeth can cause tooth decay. Is there truth to this? If not, does anyone know where this idea originated? (I would assume this is a variation of the many negative health stories that get spread around about aspartame.) more

Voting Question: Urticaria (hives) and Aspartame?

I have had Urticaria for 3 months now. I have eliminated everything that are known triggers and still have it. I have just recently thought that Aspartame (equal) in my coffee and Diet Soda's could be causing it. Has anyone ever had or heard of this happening? I am desperate and I am very distraught. I have tried every antihistamine, tired cortisone creams and tablets.I have been to two doctors and blood tests show no viral infections. more

Resolved Question: Does Aspartame (found in drink mix packets) cause Cancer? ?

Resolved Question: Aspartame is in my drink mix. I've heard it can cause Cancer. Is this true?

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Resolved Question: What could cause my leg pains?

What could cause my leg pains? I have had pain in my legs, mostly my knees and ankles. Sometimes my wrists and all up my arms. I have had them since I was around 16 and I am now 20. They don't usually hurt all at the same time. And I will go a few weeks without any pain at all. I have also noticed that when I eat something that has Aspartame it gets a lot worse. To the point where I don't even want to move and its actually hard to move around. The pain almost feels numb but its not. The only way I can describe it is...It feels like someone is squeezing that part of my body to the point where it feels like it is going to fall off. more

Resolved Question: Question about aspartame?

I am about 20 weeks pregant and just found out that the drinks I have been drinking sometimes have aspartame in them. I had no idea about this and am freaking out about it cause I heard it is not okay to have anything with that in it. Is it okay? Have I already done harm to my baby? more

Resolved Question: Aspartame in my cereal?

Ive been eating Fiber One cereal for about six months now everyday. And i just found out that theres aspartame in it after i read the label. Can all the aspartame have caused any negative effects? more

Resolved Question: Would you rather believe conspiricy theories from people with nothing to gain - or marketing from companies -?

With everything to loose ? Especially if there is published scientific data on harmful substances. Microwave ovens do cause cancerous changes in milk when heated. Nutra-sweet/ Aspartame is now linked to cancer. HPV vaccine contains high dose of aluminium, and delivery agent to the brain, as well as reducing ovary size and increasing sterility in mice. Couple this with polotitians openly stating they want population reduction by 60-80%, and the rise in cancers in younger generations; Are these theories all false ? more

Resolved Question: Aspartame. Does it cause cancer or not?

Resolved Question: Is Maxalt MLT REALLY safe since it contains Phenylalanine?

I have been given a trial sample of 10 Maxalt MLT by my doctor to treat my intense headaches but after reading the ingredients... this medicine contains Phenylalanine which is a component of the unsafe Aspartame. I was just wondering how safe this product really is given that Aspartame is known to be cancerous or cancer causing over time. Originally back in the day (1970's) when Aspartame was created... the FDA wouldn't approve it due to the cancer causing effects of the product but yet due to Republican politicians in the early 1980's... it found it's way to being FDA approved and available to the public in various ways. more

Resolved Question: Aspartame!!!scared!?

Hi. I just read a question about orbit white and it said that aspartame is bad for you and causes cancer. Orbit white contains aspartame and if i chew it, am i still at risk? Thanks more

Resolved Question: aspartame in yogurt??? yoplait light???

I'm full of questions today lol I've been eating alot of yogurt yoplait light and I just read on the side it sweetened with aspartame great I know you shouldn't drink diet soda because of this so whats the deal with it in yogurt? safe or eat regular/not light yogurt? could I have caused damage? why is it bad? i'm 17 weeks if it matters thanx never knew pregnancy would be so difficult lol I guess you have to read everything before you eat? silly me! I'm not diabetic it's just what I was used to buying pre pregnancy so I just kept on getting the same stuff no dieting for me lol more

Resolved Question: Lose weight without changing eating habits?

I'm a 15 year old male, weight 139 and am about 5 foot 4. My BMI is 23.9. (Normal weight is 18.5-24.9, and I'd like to get my BMI down to at least 21.x. How can I do this? I really want to lose some weight but I'm not really willing to change my eating habits. They aren't really that bad, I don't eat an ungodly amount of food, nor do I eat foods that are really fattening, But I do eat fast food around 3 times a week, because I don't always have time for a sit down meal. I do drink around 4 cans of pop a day. I volunteer at the local dog shelter walking dogs about 3 times a week, walking dogs for about 1 and a half hours. I'm not into sports, so they're out of the question. (I do like to swim though) If I ran with the dogs instead of walking, would this help much? What else can I do to lose at least 3 pounds a month? (Without changing my eating habits) Note: Please don't suggest anything about diet sodas etc, because diet pop is TERRIBLE for your body! It contains aspartame which is known to burn holes into your brain and liver. It is also known to cause cancer. So, diet sodas and artificial sweeteners are out of the question ;) Backing up my refusal for aspartame: http://www.mercola.com/article/aspartame/nutrasweet_scandal.htm http://www.foodandhealing.com/article-aspartame.htm more

Resolved Question: Does aspartame cause autism?

I just found a few articles that suggest that drinking aspartame while pregnant causes autism - I am 8 1/2 months now & freaking out due to drinking diet coke (say 2-3 cans a week) more

Resolved Question: Is Aspartame Good or Bad?

I'm writing a paper for my one of my professors about the affects of Aspartame. I've heard that commercial airline pilots aren't allowed to drink diet soda for so many hours before a flight, I've also heard it can can cause memory loss... Is any of this true? I "googled" it, however I could only find information with proof that it doesn't affect you, and I'm trying to prove that it does... I do need links or websites on where you got the information, Thanks to all of you who can help me, Joe more

Resolved Question: What is the scientific deal with Aspartame?

Some people 'claim' it is bad for you, others think it has been tested thoroughly, yet others still think it is a huge conspiracy between the government and soda companies. So what is the deal with aspartame, is there any REAL scientific evidence for its harmful effects? There are some sites out there that are dedicated to bringing down aspartame but they can not seem to provide any real scientifically controlled experiments to prove anything. It's just a bunch of people who "think" for 100% certain that aspartame is causing them all their problems. I don't want to hear anything about individual cases of people's ailments and how they 'think' it is caused by aspartame. I mean look at those medical bracelets that have not been proven to do anything but sit there on your arm. And look at what the placebo effect can do for people if they think a drug is going to help them. So just to reiterate, can anyone provide any scientific evidence or links to such evidence proving that aspartame is indeed bad for your health? more

Resolved Question: Autism and artificial sweeteners?

I'm the mother of two autistic children, ages 5 and 6. There is absolutely no family history of this disorder, so the fact that I have 2 kids with autism was really quite shocking. I've attempted to examine the possible causes or contributing factors, other than genetics, that may have lead to their autism. I am healthy, young, and have never smoked, used drugs, or drank alcohol. Looking back, though, I remember that I did consume moderate amounts of artificial sweeteners, such as aspartame (Nutrasweet) and Sucralose (Splenda) throughout both pregnancies, and while breastfeeding. Although the manufacturers claim that both substances are safe for pregnant and nursing mothers, I was wondering whether anyone else has noticed a possible link between artificial sweetener consumption in pregnancy and/or breastfeeding and autism. Are there any mothers out there who consumed these sweeteners and have autistic children? Or, on the contrary, are you a mother of an autistic child who followed a completely natural, additive-free diet while pregnant/nursing? more

Resolved Question: Does Brisk Iced Tea (specifically raspberry flavor) have aspartame or real sugar in it? ?

I ask because someone let me have a drink of their's and I rather liked it. But aspartame causes me to get sick if I consume any real amount of it. Oh, and if it makes a difference, I live in Oregon. more

Resolved Question: Unusual allergic reaction, any suggestions or ideas what is happening?

I have been having an allergic reaction off and on for about a month. I had started then stopped these products when I learned it could cause allergies eating egg beaters, using salicylic acid on skin, eating fresh fruit, etc. We do have mold in our home, now I wonder about this being an irritant. Initially stopping these things helped but now its back again. I thought taking bactrim had started the reaction about two weeks ago, I stopped taking it, and these symptoms went away for days, about 4 days later it came back so I wonder was I allergic? I will stop eating or using a medicine and things seem to get better, then around 2 days later this itch and lump in throat will come back even though I no longer use what I thought might have caused the problem. I went to the doctor, he thinks possibly it's something I'm eating or using, such as shampoo, skin care, etc. as I changed my diet drastically and used some new products in last 30 days. I reviewed medicines I take with him that I've taken for years, he said anything was possible but doesn't think it's the meds. The itch was only on my arms, belly, back and hands, occasionally a small part of my lip would swell, this itch (huge spots) was never below my waist. I change to dye/perfume free laundry detergent, this helps it seems, but now makes no difference. The last 3 days I have been eating what I normally have and things are better, but this is how this reaction has been going for quite some time, it happens badly at night (sometimes morning) and about every 2-3 days. I no longer itch but have a lump in my throat. I have taken benadryl every night recently thinking to avoid the symptoms of itching. He gave me hydroxyzine which I'm afraid to take after reading how it affects you and I wonder if I'm being silly. I guess I am curious to whether anyone else has had this problem. I have some allergies, latex, penicllin, aspartame, benzol peroxide. Some of the things I've thought like egg beaters was responsible, however I have always eaten regular eggs with no problems and occasionally used salicylic acid. Has anyone ever developed a reaction to medicine they have taken for 10 years or longer? Most my meds I have taken this long, some longer. The doctor said anything was possible to investigate it on my own. Thanks ahead of time for any answers or suggestions. more

Resolved Question: what would happen if you drank diet soda and burped on a lit match

Cause diet soda has the Ingredient Aspartame which when 1 molecule of it turns into one molecule of methane when ingested would which is flammable so wouldn't burping on a lit match cause the burp to catch on fire much like high proof vodka more

Resolved Question: Isn't this very misleading (false advertising) and a risk to peoples health?

To say that their products are made from "The Best Stuff on Earth"? Sugars, when processed are NOT Natural.... Aspartame & Phenylalanine cause many health Problems Like: Emotional and behavioral disorders... Shouldn't they be more honest, or list a warning on the labels? I think it's non-ethical to pretend to be a healthy substance when it's anything but. http://www.sweetpoison.com/phenylalanine.html http://www.westonaprice.org/modernfood/highfructose.html http://www.thefitshack.com/2007/03/28/what-is-crystalline-fructose/ http://www.organicconsumers.org/articles/article_6210.cfm more

Resolved Question: Do you read food labels?

I read the ingredients on my pack of the "NEW & IMPROVED" version of BIG RED Chewing Gum~ It now has ASPARTAME! Why would a gum loaded with sugar even need it? I quit chewing sugarless because I've heard Aspartame causes health problems in some people. more

Resolved Question: Does aspartame in diet soft drinks really cause cancer?

Resolved Question: How many people has the

just wondering. i know its not zero thats for sure. CIA...how many people that spoke out against some aspect of the government have "committed suicide" or "died in a car crash" seriously. I think its awfully odd-that such a large proportion has done so. wake up america. don't give me that shit cause i'm not going to read it. wait...I will cause i want to hear what you have to say. and i will research any declassified documents you have to talk about. I will research about fluoride, nitrates, aspartame, vaccines, food colorings, MSG, whatever Info you have to suggest because i do care about myself and all the children i see growing up around me. Cause i know if they dont turn out smarter than me then i haven't done anything usefull with my life more

Voting Question: is chewing stride gum bad for me?

if there is such thing, i am a gum addict. after trying out many many gum brands and flavors, i have narrowed it down to winter blue stride gum. it last long and taste great. the thing is, i can go up to 5 and up hours to chewing just 1 piece, and when i spit it out to eat, after I'm done eating i put in another piece. and when I'm not chewing it i fantasize about chewing it. my question is, is this bad? will this have an affect on my jaws or teeth? i don't swallow it or eat the wrapper. i am concerned if it has aspartame in it? can someone tell me all the bad and good affects of chewing the winter blue stride gum? I'm really concerned cause i abuse it and idk if it may lead to anything bad... thank you! more

Resolved Question: Why is it so hard to believe that Americas govt would stage 9/11, when they do so many other harmful things?

Like spraying chemtrails, allowing the production, sale & consumption of genetically modified/engineered foods (which have been linked to the mysterious death of millions of bees, and new human allergies), adding sodium fluoride (which eats holes in brain tissue, lowers IQ and thyroid problems, and has been linked to cancer), barium & leaving psychotic drugs in the public water; adding mercury & aspartame to vaccines (which has been linked to the 1 in 150 children suffering from autism, and cancer); and allowing the use of plastics w/ recycle #'s 3, 6 & 7 for food (which leaches off harmful, cancer causing chemicals)! HFCS, crystalline fructose, sucralose, phenylalanine have been approved by the FDA, but causes many health issues!! Do some research on Elites, Bilderberg Group, NAU, NHIN & Codex Alimentarius; they are responsible for much of the bad happening in the world today!! I truly love you all and wish you happy, healthy, long lives!! *see my profile for some great films But, Cronus0501 I am actually a victim of one of these so-called 'conspiracy theories' so I know that some aren't just theories, but facts. BTW - I don't give thumbs down. Westhill, some of the evidence you speak of was planted. A whole building turned into dust, yet a couple of passports made it through unharmed. Yeah right. more

Resolved Question: Coke vs. Diet Coke/Coke Zero...Which is worse: High Fructose Corn Syrup or Aspartame/Sucralose?

I've heard many different theories on this and I want an answer. I drink mostly Diet sodas because obviously anything packed with High Fructose Corn Syrup (or Sugar) is bad for you because the sugar becomes stored as fat to be used as energy later. Therefore, I have removed any non-Diet sodas from my diet (i.e. Coke, Pepsi, etc.) HOWEVER, I have recently be hearing theories that Diet sodas are also bad for you because the Aspartame/Sucralose (artificial sweeteners) are un-natural toxins that your body can have trouble digesting, therefore screwing up your metabolism (in other words, your body thinks it's drinking a sugar-loaded beverage, when in actuality, there is nothing there to metabolize). Furthermore, I've heard that these artificial sweeteners can cause different types of cancers. Obviously, the best choice would be to stop drinking sodas all together, but sometimes there isn't a choice, and I'm forced to choose a soda. So what's worse: Coke or Diet Coke? more

Resolved Question: aspartame??????

does aspartame cause cancer? and is it very bad to drink/ eat? does it effect you if you eat/ drink it once in a while ? how likely does it make you get cancer? how much of it should you eat/ drink? eat=gum ect drink= diet pepsi ect thanx more

Resolved Question: Have you ever had a bad reaction to Nutrasweet/Aspartame?

Personally, I have a very serious reaction that causes me to get nausea, then I become dizzy and my eyes can't focus properly, and I get very irritable. I develop a brutal headache, and if my stomach is empty, I will dry heave. This occurs with skin contact to diet beverages. The temperature for nutrasweet to form formaldehyde is....86 degrees. That's the number I've read. I can't necessarily vouch for it. more

Resolved Question: Is the sugar substitute Splenda bad for you?

my mom and dad has diabetes and they've been using splenda as a sugar substitute for almost 2 years now.. some people say splenda is bad for you and some says its okay...i know that splenda does not contain aspartame that causes cancer. but is there other ingredient in the sugar that could harm someone's health? more

Resolved Question: Does Aspartame cause brain lesions?

I read that the FDA had been refusing approving Aspartame use by the public for years until Donald Rumsfeld, the very same criminal that helped Bush start the Iraq war, got the FDA to approve it. more

Resolved Question: Artificial sweeteners are killing us, and the governments and companies know it?

What government bodies are doing anything to stop the use of Aspartame as a sweetener in all the sugar free drinks and foods It is known to cause cancer, brain and nerve damage, sudden cardiac death, and many other serious problems Rumsfeld forced this product through bypassing the FDA with an executive order from Reagan the 2nd day after he took office and it is killing a million peoplle a year worldwide from SCD alone Only this week yet another perfectly fit young boy dropped dead on a football field from SCD When are these people going to be tried for murder !!!!!!! Sometimes when I read some of the brainless answers I see here I think maybe they are right and these people should be eradicated for being so thick. Aren't they embarrassed by their answers when they read what others have written next to them? Maybe the world would be better without them. Trouble is decent intelligent and honest people get taken too by an indiscrimanate killer BORDERLINE BABE Would you rather I asked inane brainless questions like "Do you think she likes me?" or "Is my girlfriend pregnant?" Like anybody else really knows the answer to that? No I think I'll stick to shaking awareness into people and making them look for themselves to give me a good debate more

Resolved Question: can eating yogurt with aspartame once harm pregnancy?

i ate one 6oz yoplait light yogurt not realizing it contains aspartame. i haven't consumed any other products containing aspartame. i'm 7 weeks pregnant. could that have caused any damage or harm to my pregnancy? more

Resolved Question: Aspartame hazardous to your health?

I've heard many times that Aspartame (fake sugar) can cause Muscular Distrophy, cancer, etc. I don't know whether to believe it or not...has anyone had a real-life experience like this linked to Aspartame? more

Resolved Question: What could be causing my 9 year old daughter to vomit every time she eats anything sweet?

It happens not only when she eats foods containing sugar (i.e. candy, fruit, cake), but also whenever she eats or drinks something with artificial sweetener in it (i.e. Aspartame, Sucralose etc.). The vomiting seems to be triggered more by the sweet taste and not so much by the actual substance that is causing the sweet taste. Has anyone ever heard of this type of thing before or what might be causing it? Could it be her pancreas? We have been told by her doctor that it is not Diabetes, however I was hoping someone in this section may have information on other forms of sugar/sweetener sensitivities. Thanks Travis. That is very kind of you! more

Resolved Question: Depression and Aspartame?

Has anyone else experienced this? I searched for years to find the cause of my depression and after reading quite a bit about the subject, I cut Aspartame from my diet almost 5 months ago. I now feel like a new person. I'm off medication and have a really bright outlook for the future. I was just wondering if anyone else has had a similar experience more

Resolved Question: Is aspartame addictive?

I quit drinking Diet Coke and using artificial sweeteners three days ago after learning that they are the cause of a lot of my medical problems. I have had a headache for all three days, though. I've been drinking the same amount of caffine as before by replacing diet coke with iced tea (sweetened with real sugar). However, I've had a terrible headache ever since I stopped drinking diet coke. Is that because aspartame is addictive? The tea is not new to my diet, I've always drank that as well. Could it be the added sugar? more

Resolved Question: Did George Carlin die from too much Diet Coke?

http://www.rense.com/general82/gcar.htm Carlin had a very bad habit, he was addicted to Diet Coke with aspartame. He suffered several heart attacks, one at Dodger Stadium during a baseball game. He died of heart failure on Sunday, June 22nd. A recent extensive review of sudden death in young athletes (1) made no mention of aspartame as a primary cause or suspected contributory factor, especially when demonstrable pathology was absent. This issue has assumed great public health importance because "diet" products containing this chemical are being consumed by over two-thirds of the population - especially weight-conscious persons. more

Voting Question: Aspartame during pregnancy?

Ok I know a lot of food contain aspartame, and diet drinks, and no sugar drinks are b/c they usually contain aspartame. I want to know, besides what you read on the internet, if there are any actual proven cases, that aspartame caused birth defects. My doctor never told me I couldnt have it, and I see women drinking diet coke after diet coke and their children are fine. I just want to know your outlook and if you have had any proof or any actually cases that aspartame was the culprit. sorry I meant I see pregnant women drinking diet coke all the time ok again people looking for Facts, proven cases that it causes birth defects more

Voting Question: I've heard there's some caffeine in decaf coffee. What about caffeine-free soda?

I've been noticing lately when I drink diet, caffeine-free soda I get heart palpitations. I have greatly reduced my food intake to lose weight and caffeine doesn't give me a "lift" anymore. Do I have a blood-sugar problem? Is it the aspartame in diet soda that's causing this? My blood pressure is normal (take meds). Does anyone have an idea what's causing this? Thanks! more

Resolved Question: Aspartame and phenylalanine?

Has there been any proven studies involving a test for possibl carcinogens in either of these products? In other words, has aspartame or phenylalanine been proven to cause cancer? more

Resolved Question: Aspartame-free gum?

My parents won't let me have gum w/aspartame in it because aspartame is proven to cause brain lesions, but lately it's been getting harder to find gum without aspartame in it. Does anyone know some brands that don't have aspartame in them, and where i could get them? more

Resolved Question: What are some leading causes to Cancer?

I've heard that the following stuff have been found (some in very few cases) to have some connection to cancer: -Burning olive oil -Aspartame (synthesized sugar replacement..commonly found in sugar-free stuff..and diet sodas) -Aluminum (found in anti-transpirant dehodorants) -Nitrates (which can be found in hotdogs) -Cookwear made of teflon (cant spell it) I know that there are MANY things! but i would like to know the simplest ones! the ones that we are mostly exposed to. Thanks more

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Although attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has been studied for a number of years, there are still many questions as to what causes it and what the best approaches to treating it might be. Medications are frequently prescribed, but ...

Dietary responses for ADD/ADHD - Portsmouth Herald

At 73 years old, Peter Diamondstone may well be the most prolific candidate for public office the state has ever known. Since 1970, when he launched his inaugural bid for attorney general, the socialist stalwart has run for various offices under ...

Diamondstone on slate for 19th time - Times-Argus

It's already being called the next deadly global pandemic. Projected to be a bigger threat to life than AIDS and malaria combined, obesity is quickly becoming the world's most severe health-care crisis. As waistlines grow alarmingly, so do concerns ...

Obesity Becoming World Crisis - Common Dreams

NAPLES — The top killers in our country are heart disease and cancer. Heart disease claims 650,000 and cancer 560,000 lives annually. That comprises nearly half of all deaths each year. Heart-disease death has declined steadily and impressively ...

Guest Commentary: Our diet, lifestyle needlessly increase health risks - Naples Daily News

Have you ever received anonymous e-mail warnings that read something like “food X will make you blind, impotent, or give you cancer”, or “additive Y is a carcinogen, and may cause ADHD, or multiple sclerosis”? Aspartame is an artificial ...

Sensational diet and food stories - Health 24

In the Northeast they call it "soda." In the Midwest they call it "pop." In the South they call it "coke." At the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI), they call it "liquid candy" -- and they don't mean that as a compliment. CSPI ...

The Anti-Pleasure Principle - Reason.com

Surely honey must be healthier than sugar. After all it’s nature’s own sweetener. Besides, everyone knows sugar is unhealthy. And artificial sweeteners such as aspartame cause cancer. Just check on the internet. Which of these theories is correct ...

Honey, sugar and sweetener - Health 24

Women looking to lose weight fast have Registered Dietitian Jayson Hunter on their side. The rapid fat loss expert has helped thousands of women worldwide lose weight fast with his tips and strategies. Over the course of his ten years of helping ...