Abstract
Countless foods and beverages draw the average consumer in by sticking the label “sugar-free” on their packaging, knowing that many people want a healthier diet and lifestyle. However, science says that sugar substitutes don’t seem to help with weight loss. Diet culture makes eating fewer calories synonymous with eating healthy. The 20g protein, 10g fiber, and 0g sugar granola bar is good but reaching for that sugary chocolate chip cookie is naughty. Putting the milkshake back on the shelf and grabbing the kombucha is a sign of willpower.
Recommended Citation
Nguyen, Ruby
(2025)
"Breaking Myths: Do Artificial Sweeteners Help With Weight Loss?,"
Osmosis Magazine: Vol. 2022:
Iss.
1, Article 6.
Available at:
https://scholarship.richmond.edu/osmosis/vol2022/iss1/6
