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MollyJones · 01-08-2008, 11:08 AM

Can anyone tell me more about artificial sweeteners and pregnancy? How bad they are or safe they are?

It seems half of what I read says, "Oh, they're fine!" and the other half says, "It is AWFUL to ingest ANY!"

I am confused. Thanks!

FinnegansMom · 01-08-2008, 11:24 AM

I don't think it's pregnancy per se but honestly I don't think they are that awesome for you at anytime. Same with preservatives and any other chemicals added to food. That said, I will have some crystal light or whatever on occasion, especially lately since water tastes so horrible to me for some reason (ugh, morning sickness) and I'm so thirsty all the time... ugh. I've heard that splenda is the "best" of all of them, definately no saccharin. I tend to worry more about MSG and that kind of junk which is in SO many foods you wouldn't even think of....

Jonesy · 01-08-2008, 11:29 AM

I just read up on AS. And I can say that I promptly went and THREW OUT every drink we had (that I could find at least) that had Saccarin, Aspertame (will NEVER knowingly let myself or my family have THAT again!!

) and Splenda in it. I can't throw out everything that has the stuff in it because we'd have nothing to eat. But I'm gonna start. I can't believe I was putting that stuff in our bodies.

MollyJones · 01-08-2008, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Jonesy

I just read up on AS. And I can say that I promptly went and THREW OUT every drink we had (that I could find at least) that had Saccarin, Aspertame (will NEVER knowingly let myself or my family have THAT again!!

) and Splenda in it. I can't throw out everything that has the stuff in it because we'd have nothing to eat. But I'm gonna start. I can't believe I was putting that stuff in our bodies.

Can you tell me more about what you read/what it does? I just want to be more educated on it... I don't know which sources are best to learn from. Seems everything I read has some kind of agenda behind it...

Jonesy · 01-08-2008, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by MollyJones

Can you tell me more about what you read/what it does? I just want to be more educated on it... I don't know which sources are best to learn from. Seems everything I read has some kind of agenda behind it...

Sure. But I'm so disgusted about it (seriously...brand new to me...did research last night) that I might go on a soap box. Sorry. For starters, Aspertame (which is in diet soda, crystal light, etc) has methyl alcohol in it which turn to FORMALDEHYDE when it enters the body!!! (oh and btw, the FDA has received MORE complaints about aspertame than ANY OTHER INGREDIENT TO DATE!!!!) Nutrasweet and Equal contain aspertame. Splenda is not good either. It is Sucralose. The FDA calls sucralose 98% pure (pure WHAT is the question)...the other 2% are heavy metals and ARSENIC!!!

I'm still doing more research...

mother4JC · 01-08-2008, 11:54 AM

My mil got me a book called the guide to Healthy Eating by Davd Brownstein M.D and Sheryl Shenefelt C.N. I had been drinking Diet Coke made with Splenda because I thought it was better, but it isn't. Here is what it says in the book.

Sugar Substitutes are known as spartame (NutraSweet, Equal, Spoonfull, andEqual-Measure), saccharin (Sweet N' Low) and sucralose (Splenda).
The most common artificial sweetener used is aspartame. The United States consumes over 80% of the worlds' supply of aspartame. It is added to more than 6,000 foodsand many pharmaceuticals, including many children's liquid medications.
Our experience has shown that consuming large amounts of aspartame may acutally cause many health problems, inluding obesity. We have found that it is very difficult for people to lose weight, if they are consuming large amounts of aspartame. In addition, there are many neurological disorders and system disorders exacerbated by aspartame. Aspartame should not be used in any amount and needs to be avoided.
Sucralose is a newer sweetener marketed as Splenda. However, sucralose, which has two chlorine molecules per molecule of sucralose, can lead to thyroid and other hormonal problems. Sucralose should be avoided.

It goes on to say that Natural sweeteners should be used. They list these as Agave Nectar, fruit, honey (raw), maple sugar, maple syrup, molasses, rapadura, stevia, sucanat, and xylitol.

Just wanted to share, because I thought it was pretty interesting reading about it.

MollyJones · 01-08-2008, 12:10 PM

Thank you for the information ladies and taking the time to write it! I really appreciate it! I have been drinking some diet sodas during this pregnancy and I think I really need to re-think that and switch over to water. I do drink a lot of water, but I am feeling guilty about the pop now!!!

meowmixx3 · 01-08-2008, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by mother4JC

My mil got me a book called the guide to Healthy Eating by Davd Brownstein M.D and Sheryl Shenefelt C.N. I had been drinking Diet Coke made with Splenda because I thought it was better, but it isn't. Here is what it says in the book.

It goes on to say that Natural sweeteners should be used. They list these as Agave Nectar, fruit, honey (raw), maple sugar, maple syrup, molasses, rapadura, stevia, sucanat, and xylitol.

Just wanted to share, because I thought it was pretty interesting reading about it.

stevia is a no-no..especially while pregnant. The FDA are finding out that it cause reproductive problems...(nice to know since I've been using it forever) I've been researching all this crap lately since I am not allowed to have sugar while on blood thinners..

as far as artificial sweeteners are concerned my maternal/fetal medicine doc told me to limit to 2-3 servings PER DAY.

IHaveSpirit · 01-08-2008, 12:15 PM

I choose to put "whole foods" into my body. I choose things that are the least amount processed KWIM? I do admit I like a diet coke now and again.

Remember everything in moderation

1blessedmama · 01-08-2008, 01:16 PM

I agree with the others...

I always figure that if someone wants a sugar substitute, why not just cut back on the real stuff? That way you don't even have to worry about taking those nasty, deceptive artificial ones anyway.

01-08-2008, 11:08 AM	#1
MollyJones Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 12,639 Ratings: 270 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	How bad are they? (Artificial Sweeteners) Can anyone tell me more about artificial sweeteners and pregnancy? How bad they are or safe they are? It seems half of what I read says, "Oh, they're fine!" and the other half says, "It is AWFUL to ingest ANY!" I am confused. Thanks! __________________ Mommy to a boy (6) and a girl (4).

01-08-2008, 11:24 AM	#2
FinnegansMom Registered Users Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: The beach, Mass. Posts: 5,084 Ratings: 588 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Re: How bad are they? (Artificial Sweeteners) I don't think it's pregnancy per se but honestly I don't think they are that awesome for you at anytime. Same with preservatives and any other chemicals added to food. That said, I will have some crystal light or whatever on occasion, especially lately since water tastes so horrible to me for some reason (ugh, morning sickness) and I'm so thirsty all the time... ugh. I've heard that splenda is the "best" of all of them, definately no saccharin. I tend to worry more about MSG and that kind of junk which is in SO many foods you wouldn't even think of.... __________________ Michelle momma to Finnegan 10/06 Samuel 7/08 Missing my 2/10 and welcoming Henry 2/11

01-08-2008, 11:29 AM	#3
Jonesy SHWING! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: NW Arkansas Posts: 3,222 Ratings: 218 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Re: How bad are they? (Artificial Sweeteners) I just read up on AS. And I can say that I promptly went and THREW OUT every drink we had (that I could find at least) that had Saccarin, Aspertame (will NEVER knowingly let myself or my family have THAT again!! ) and Splenda in it. I can't throw out everything that has the stuff in it because we'd have nothing to eat. But I'm gonna start. I can't believe I was putting that stuff in our bodies. __________________ I walk a fine line...between order and chaos

01-08-2008, 11:54 AM	#6
mother4JC Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Kansas Posts: 12,248 Ratings: 274 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Re: How bad are they? (Artificial Sweeteners) My mil got me a book called the guide to Healthy Eating by Davd Brownstein M.D and Sheryl Shenefelt C.N. I had been drinking Diet Coke made with Splenda because I thought it was better, but it isn't. Here is what it says in the book. Sugar Substitutes are known as spartame (NutraSweet, Equal, Spoonfull, andEqual-Measure), saccharin (Sweet N' Low) and sucralose (Splenda). The most common artificial sweetener used is aspartame. The United States consumes over 80% of the worlds' supply of aspartame. It is added to more than 6,000 foodsand many pharmaceuticals, including many children's liquid medications. Our experience has shown that consuming large amounts of aspartame may acutally cause many health problems, inluding obesity. We have found that it is very difficult for people to lose weight, if they are consuming large amounts of aspartame. In addition, there are many neurological disorders and system disorders exacerbated by aspartame. Aspartame should not be used in any amount and needs to be avoided. Sucralose is a newer sweetener marketed as Splenda. However, sucralose, which has two chlorine molecules per molecule of sucralose, can lead to thyroid and other hormonal problems. Sucralose should be avoided. It goes on to say that Natural sweeteners should be used. They list these as Agave Nectar, fruit, honey (raw), maple sugar, maple syrup, molasses, rapadura, stevia, sucanat, and xylitol. Just wanted to share, because I thought it was pretty interesting reading about it. __________________ Amy~Wife to: Josh and Mother to: Levi 2/13/00 Lillie3/29/06 Ethan 10/4/07 Evie 5/2/10 #5 Custom wet bags, Nursing Covers, & Wipes Cases, blankets, leggins, onesies I ACCEPT PP & RME Like my facebook page Threaded Thingy's **

01-08-2008, 12:10 PM	#7
MollyJones Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 12,639 Ratings: 270 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Re: How bad are they? (Artificial Sweeteners) Thank you for the information ladies and taking the time to write it! I really appreciate it! I have been drinking some diet sodas during this pregnancy and I think I really need to re-think that and switch over to water. I do drink a lot of water, but I am feeling guilty about the pop now!!! __________________ Mommy to a boy (6) and a girl (4).