

How Much Diet Coke Is Too Much? Artificial Sweetener Confusion, Ultra-Processed Food & Alcohol: Solosode #487
26 snips Mar 13, 2025
Discover the intriguing science behind your favorite indulgences! The discussion dives into the health risks of Diet Coke, exploring artificial sweeteners like aspartame and their ties to heart issues. Learn about the double-edged sword of ultra-processed foods and their surprising effects on weight and health. Uncover the complexities of alcohol's impact on sleep and overall wellbeing. It's all about making informed choices for a healthier lifestyle without sacrificing enjoyment!
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Diet Coke and Travel
- Ben Greenfield has been drinking more Diet Coke than usual due to recent frequent travel.
- He finds it helps settle his stomach during flights, a tip he learned from his mother.
Aspartame and Heart Disease
- New research links aspartame to heart disease, but high doses are needed to see negative effects.
- Three daily Diet Cokes is roughly equivalent to the concerning dose in mice studies.
Coke Zero vs. Diet Coke
- Coke Zero contains aspartame and acesulfame potassium (ACE-K).
- Ben Greenfield considers ACE-K potentially more concerning than aspartame.