Many pregnant women consume artificially sweetened beverages under the misguided idea that their lack of calories will not cause excess weight gain. A new study following 59,334 Dutch women shows that these drinks, both carbonated and non-carbonated1, significantly increase the risk of preterm delivery.
One serving per day of any artificially sweetened beverage increased the risk of preterm delivery by 38%, whereas four servings per day increased the risk by 78%. The risk was true whether a woman was normal weight or overweight. No amount is safe. These poisonous chemicals are allowed in the food supply because the FDA is a partner in crime with the makers of artificial sweeteners – an industry they are supposed to be regulating.
Artificially Sweetened Beverages Increase the Risk of Preterm Delivery
