An Evidence-Based Guide to Natural and Artificial Sweeteners During Pregnancy

Substantial evidence supports the need to limit sugar intake, leading many people to use alternative sweeteners. These range from natural options like honey and maple syrup to artificial and low-calorie sweeteners such as aspartame, stevia, and allulose. Find out how natural sweeteners compare to sugar and impact blood sugar levels. Learn about the latest research on artificial sweeteners, including recommended consumption limits and safety concerns. This episode will allow you to make an informed decision about what natural and artificial sweeteners are safe and which you may want to avoid or limit during pregnancy and breastfeeding.     Thank you to our sponsors   20% off Mommy Steps or Form insoles with the promo code FEET. Studies show pregnancy can make your feet grow. In one study, 61% of participants had a measurable increase in foot length, and 22% reported going up a shoe size. The thought of going up a shoe size and having to replace every pair of shoes you own might freak you out. The good news is that wearing insoles can protect your feet from going up in size.   VTech is the most trusted choice for baby monitors and North America's leading #1 baby monitor brand. The Vtech V-Care Over the Crib Smart Nursery Baby Monitor has every feature you could want in a monitor to keep an eye on your baby and have peace of mind that they are safely sleeping. The V-Care has built-in intelligence to alert you if your baby's face is covered or has rolled over on their stomach, full high-definition video, infrared night vision technology, and even analysis of sleep patterns and quality. The V-Care Over the Crib Smart Nursery Baby Monitor is exclusively available on Amazon.     Read the full article and resources that accompany this episode.     Join Pregnancy Podcast Premium to access the entire back catalog, listen to all episodes ad-free, get a copy of the Your Birth Plan Book, and more.     Check out the 40 Weeks podcast to learn how your baby grows each week and what is happening in your body. Plus, get a heads up on what to expect at your prenatal appointments and a tip for dads and partners.     For more evidence-based information, visit the Pregnancy Podcast website.