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No Proven Health Risks from Aspartame, But Also No Proven Benefits

No Proven Health Risks from Aspartame, But Also No Proven Benefits

Some research indicates possible negative effects from aspartame, but there’s no definitive evidence linking it to health problems in the general population. Aspartame is safe when consumed within certain limits, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The daily limit is above the amount people typically ingest.