But research has also suggested that aspartame may have many adverse health effects. Studies have determined that aspartame consumption could increase the risk of depression, mood disorders, ...

Aspartame is used in thousands of food and beverage products worldwide, but the case to ban the popular sweetener is gathering strength. Will EFSA proceed with a ban and what would this mean for ...

Did you ever take a swig of aspartame-sweetened diet soda and have it taste nasty? Sour, metallic, and vile, but not sweet. It's gone bad but it's not bad for you. Here's why.

For the average person, aspartame is not known to pose any serious risks or major side effects. To put it simply: Diet Coke is not associated with cancer.

Does aspartame cause cancer? It’s complicated The cancer arm of the World Health Organization says the common sweetener is possibly carcinogenic, but industry and regulators argue otherwise by ...

Aspartame is an artificial sweetener that manufacturers add to many foods and drinks. Research into the gastrointestinal effects of aspartame is ongoing.

The non-sugar, low-calorie sweetener aspartame has been linked to potential problems with memory and learning, according to a study from the Florida State University (FSU) College of Medicine.

Aspartame, the non-sugar, low-calorie sweetener, has been linked to deficits in memory and learning, a study from Florida State University College of Medicine found. Experts weighed in.

False Argument #2: There are studies showing that a food ingredient causes cancer in rodents at extremely high doses, therefore it’s unsafe for humans to consume at any dose. I wrote previously about ...

The World Health Organization (WHO) released a report that stated aspartame could be linked to cancer, but that there is not enough evidence to confirm yet.

Brands are unlikely to move away from aspartame but any consumer confusion about its safety and alternative ingredients could give food for thought.