Fizzy drinks, processed foods, and many other items contain artificial sweeteners that can be harmful for your health. However, regular consumption of them, especially by children, can trigger early puberty in them. Tap to know how!
Increased Insulin Resistance
Eating foods with artificial sweeteners can cause insulin resistance and may affect sex hormone production, especially in girls, leading to early puberty.
Increased Androgen Levels
Artificial sweeteners also increase androgen levels in boys causing metabolic disturbance and triggering early puberty in them.
Obesity
These sweeteners are calorie free but may increase cravings for more sugary foods leading to obesity and triggering early puberty in children.
Acesulfame Potassium (Ace-K)
It is a zero calorie artificial sweetener used in processed foods, which may trigger early puberty by altering gut microbiome and promoting glucose intolerance.
Hormonal Disruptions
These artificial sweeteners can also cause hormonal disruption by interfering with the endocrine system (system that controls hormones) and leading to early puberty.
Information Credits
According to PubMed, artificial sweeteners can trigger early puberty in children due to increased insulin resistance, Ace-K, and more. It is advisable to consult a healthcare professional for personalised suggestions.