by Berkeley Wellness Artificial sweeteners—used in count­less “sugar-free” products, from sodas, fruit drinks, and candies to baked goods, yogurt, jams, and ice cream—are often thought of as weight-loss aids since they have few or no calories. And more people than ever, over­weight or lean, are con­suming them in “diet” foods and beverages—about 40 percent of adults and 25 percent of children in the U.S., which is a large increase from about 20 years ago, according to a study in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics…. Read More →