To reduce our sugar intake, sometimes we reach out for sugar-free drinks. But the ingredient that makes these versions still taste sweet is called aspartame, and the WHO’s cancer research team says it may be categorised as a carcinogen.

So should we be switching back to regular Coke and opting for the real deal (i.e. sugar)? 

Asia First’s Arnold Gay and Andrea Heng hear from Derrick Ong, Accredited Dietitian, Eat Right Nutrition Consultants.

To reduce our sugar intake, sometimes we reach out for sugar-free drinks. But the ingredient that makes these versions still taste sweet is called aspartame, and the WHO’s cancer research team says it may be categorised as a carcinogen.
So should we be switching back to regular Coke and opting for the real deal (i.e. sugar)? 
Asia First’s Arnold Gay and Andrea Heng hear from Derrick Ong, Accredited Dietitian, Eat Right Nutrition Consultants.

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How bad are “diet” soft drinks?

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