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Between sugar and sweeteners

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Kindly let me know which is better between sugar and artificial sweeteners.

 Kojo (by SMS)

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Even though the World Health Organisation has named some of the widely used artificial sweeteners a possible cause of cancer, some of these artificial sweeteners have been adjudged to be safe as long as they are consumed in moderation. It is for this reason that some experts do not consider artificial sweeteners as an option for sugar. According to them, the real goal is to completely wean yourself off sweet foods and drinks in general.

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