Key Takeaways

Higher intake of six common artificial sweeteners was linked to faster cognitive decline in a recent study.

The effect was strongest in adults younger than 60 and in people with diabetes, but it was also seen in those without the condition.

Experts recommend limiting both artificial sweeteners and added sugars.

Artificial sweeteners used in Diet Coke and other beverages may accelerate brain aging and memory loss, according to a new study.

People who consumed the most artificial sweeteners experienced a 62% faster rate of cognitive decline, which translates to about 1.6 years of cognitive aging.

Younger Adults and People With Diabetes See Stronger Effects

An eight-year observational study of data from 12,772 adults in Brazil found that higher intake of six artificial s

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