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So, is aspartame bad for you or not? Europe gives new answer

Notícias de Coimbra11 September 2026 at 07:06

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) determined on Thursday that the use of aspartame-acesulfame salt (E-950/E-962) is safe within established limits for human consumption.

The assessment comes in response to recurring concerns about the effects of aspartame on health, an artificial sweetener widely used in foods and beverages worldwide.

The EFSA's decision is based on an exhaustive scientific review of the available evidence on the safety of the ingredient.

The central question of the article is whether aspartame is harmful or not, with Europe presenting a new answer on the matter.

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