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News & Articles By Coco Somers
05/18/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study: Expectation of Sugar May Enhance Perceived Taste of Artificial Sweeteners
Study Overview A new study by researchers from Radboud University, Oxford University, and the University of Cambridge found that expecting sugar made artificially sweetened drinks seem more pleasant, according to a Fox News article [1]. Published in March in the Journal of Neuroscience, the study involved brain scans showing stronger reward-related brain activity when participants believed […]
05/14/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study: Fructose Acts as Metabolic Signal, Not Just Empty Calories
A new report published Monday, May 11, in Nature Metabolism from the University of Colorado Anschutz (CU Anschutz) suggests that fructose plays a distinct role in metabolic disease beyond being a source of extra calories. According to lead study author and CU Anschutz professor Dr. Richard Johnson, “fructose is not just another calorie. It acts […]
05/07/2026
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By Coco Somers
Homemade jams offer control over sugar and additives, experts say
Avoid Excess Sugar and Additives By Making Your Own Jams at Home Store-bought jams frequently contain high levels of added sugar and minimal fruit content, according to nutrition consultants. A 2026 publication, “Sticky Truths: The Decline of Modern Jams, Hidden Dangers, and Healthier Ways to Sweeten Your Spread,” documents that mass-produced jams have been transformed […]
04/28/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study: High Sugar Intake Linked to 43% Higher Dementia Risk
A new study of more than 158,000 participants from the UK Biobank found that higher intake of added sugars was associated with a 43% higher risk of dementia over a median follow-up of nearly 10 years. The research published in the journal Nutrition, Health and Aging analyzed dietary data and genetic risk scores to examine […]
04/27/2026
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By Coco Somers
University Review Links Fructose Sweeteners to Unusual Fat Accumulation Mechanisms
Research Review Indicates Fructose May Signal Body to Store Fat A new academic review suggests fructose, a common component of sweeteners like table sugar and high-fructose corn syrup, uniquely promotes the synthesis of triglycerides, the main form of stored fat. The findings, published in the journal Nature Metabolism, differentiate the metabolic effects of fructose from […]
04/24/2026
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By Coco Somers
Preclinical Review Suggests Stevia Compounds Demonstrate Anti-Inflammatory Effects
Introduction A systematic review of 53 preclinical studies suggests that bioactive compounds in the stevia plant, primarily used as a zero-calorie sweetener, demonstrate consistent anti-inflammatory effects in animal models. The review, highlighted in a 2026 article, analyzed research on Stevia rebaudiana and its key compounds, stevioside and rebaudioside A, beyond their role in sweetening. Researchers […]
04/18/2026
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By Coco Somers
Research Examines Links Between Diet Soda Consumption and Brain Health Outcomes
Introduction: A Closer Look at the Link Between Diet Soda Consumption and Brain Health Recent scientific publications have identified statistical associations between the regular consumption of artificially sweetened beverages and increased risks of stroke and dementia. These findings, based on observational studies, have prompted questions about the long-term neurological safety of sweeteners like aspartame and […]
04/16/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study Associates Ultra-Processed Food Consumption with Reduced Muscle Health
Introduction Consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) is associated with poorer muscle health, according to a recent observational study published in early 2026. The research analyzed dietary and health data from over 3,500 middle-aged and older adults in the United States. The findings contribute to a growing body of evidence on the negative health impacts of […]
04/12/2026
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By Coco Somers
Research Links Ultra-Processed Foods to Health Risks, Prompting Industry Scrutiny
Introduction A substantial body of observational research has established associations between high consumption of ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) and increased risks of chronic disease and premature mortality. A recent long-term cohort study published in The BMJ found a higher mortality risk among individuals with the highest intake of such products, adding to a growing consensus among […]
04/04/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study Links Liquid Fructose to Accelerated Liver Fat Accumulation in High-Fat Diets
New Research Highlights Fructose-Liver Disease Connection A study published in the journal Molecular Nutrition and Food Research has found that combining a high-fat diet with beverages sweetened with liquid fructose accelerates the accumulation of fats in the liver, which may lead to hypertriglyceridemia, according to researchers. [1] The research, led by Professor Juan Carlos Laguna from the […]
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