The Telegraph reports that diet drinks and sugar-free alternatives are not entirely healthy. At least that, what the researchers from Imperial College said. This is not quite helpful in promoting weight loss and it can even cause people to add some more pounds in their frame.
They reviewed studies 30 years ago and discovered that there is no solid evidence that sugar-free options can even prevent weight gain, type 2 diabetes or help maintain a good Body Mass Index. Though the artificially-sweetened beverages have fewer calories than the actual drink, the scientists say that they still have an effect on sweet receptors in the brain.
This can eventually lead to cravings. In addition to that, people tend to believe that diet drinks are healthier – put these together and it could result to overconsumption.
Diet Drinks Are Not Healthy And Could Trigger Weight Gain, Say Researchers
Although artificially-sweetened beverages contain fewer calories than sugary versions, researchers say they still trigger sweet receptors in the brain, which may make people crave food. Coupled with the fact that most people view diet drinks as healthier, it could lead to over-consumption, the researchers argue. Read more…
Independent UK says that the the review of evidence concludes nothing supports claims that sugar-free versions can help with serious conditions like obesity and diabetes. They added as well that industry-funded studies reporting favourable results between these beverages and weight loss might be biased.
The study discovered that the evidence connected to the healthy properties of Artificially Sweetened Beverages (ASBs) was inconclusive with randomized controlled trials. It produced mixed results.
Professor Christopher Millett, the senior investigator from Imperial College London’s School of Public Health, says that people’s perception about the beverages may have been greatly influenced by soda industries. This led them to believe that it’s a healthier choice; therefore, they think that it can be used as a substitute.
Sugar-Free Diet Drinks Do Not Aid Weight Loss And Are No Healthier Than Alternatives, Research Suggests
There have been concerns that diet drinks, known as artificially sweetened beverages (ASBs), might lead people to consume more calories by stimulating sweet flavour taste buds. The new study found that evidence relating to the healthiness of ASBs was inconclusive with randomised controlled trials (RCTs) producing mixed results. Read more…
However, the Imperial UK says that the review says otherwise. These sugary beverages make up a third of UK teenagers’ sugar intake and about half of the sugar intake in the US. ABS on the other hand, comprises a quarter of the global beverage market, but these are not taxed or as regulated compared with SSBs.
There is a growing concern though that food intake might be affected. These beverages still stimulate taste receptors, and it may lead to overconsumption.
Dr Maria Carolina Borges, the first author of the study, says that there is a lack of solid evidence on the health effects of these beverages. The potential influence from industry-funded studies should not be taken lightly and should be strongly considered.
Sugar-Free And ‘Diet’ Drinks No Better For Healthy Weight Than Full Sugar Drinks
In a commentary on current research and policy into sweetened drinks, academics from Imperial College London and two Brazilian universities (University of Sao Paulo and Federal University of Pelotas) argued that sugar-free versions of drinks may be no better for weight loss or preventing weight gain than their full sugar counterparts, and may also be detrimental to the environment. Read more…
With these things in mind, water is still the best drink for living a healthier life. Though this may present as a big challenge in changing an overall lifestyle, it can be done.
The post New Research Shows Diet Drinks Are Not Healthy appeared first on NUTRITION CLUB CANADA.
No comments:
Post a Comment