What are the negative effects of sweeteners?
                                
                                
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                                According to a study published in the journal *Cell*, some artificial sweeteners can significantly alter the human gut microbiome in as little as two weeks, which can, in turn, impact metabolic responses. Concerns are growing over the full scope of negative effects of sweeteners on overall health beyond just calorie reduction.