Why Did the FDA Approve Aspartame? A Comprehensive Look
                                
                                
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                                According to the FDA, aspartame is one of the most thoroughly studied food additives ever reviewed by the agency, with over 100 studies supporting its safety. The extensive scientific data and multiple reviews are the foundation for the FDA's decision to approve aspartame, a process that spanned more than a decade amid public and political scrutiny.