Sweeteners and Side Effects
Sal and Max discuss the complexities of artificial sweeteners, emphasizing that even natural alternatives like stevia and monk fruit may have effects on the brain's reward system. While Max prefers stevia over aspartame and sucralose due to its natural origins, he warns that low-calorie sweeteners can still trigger cravings similar to sugar. The conversation highlights the need for caution when incorporating these sweeteners into diets.In this clip
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