Aspartame

[Prana]

someone told me the body can't differentiate aspartame from sugar and therefore insulin levels are spiked when its consumed... I have no idea how to find ths answer - does anyone know?

I drink a lot of crystal light mixed with water, is this still a good source of water?

 

[string_bean00]

I think it depends on the person, for example, aspartame will knock some people out of ketosis, while others will be fine taking it.

 

[Prana]

So when we consume aspartame is insulin released? if not, how is aspartame digested?

 

[Prana]

I think it depends on the person, for example, aspartame will knock some people out of ketosis, while others will be fine taking it.

So stringbean, if aspartame can knock you out of ketosis, does that mean aspartame is acting as a carbohydrate, thus releasing insulin in the process??? could u expand on this?

thanks

 

[FunnyMonkey]

I don't believe that aspartame is digested. I think that it passes through like sorbitol. Could be wrong. I do know that it does depend on the person if you come out of ketosis or not. Aspartame does turn into formaldehyde if it is heated high enough. I personally think that the stuff is shit.

 

[sparklylegwarmers]

it's citric acid that knocks people out of ketosis sometimes... you were referring to diet colas, right string bean? i should say that some argue that the body will neurally cause insulin to be released by the pancreas when aspartame has been ingested... but i haven't heard any diabetics complaining. it's a controversial idea.

personally, i avoid ingesting too much aspartame. look for products that contain splenda... and buy splenda for sweetening on your own.

i also recommend you stick to water as much as possible, though i enjoy the odd raspberry ice crystal light treat.

 

[HardBody]

it gives me a headache so i take aspartme free protein

 

[Mudge]

Even protein can cause an insulin spike, so can even *thinking* about food.

 

[sparklylegwarmers]

Even protein can cause an insulin spike, so can even *thinking* about food.

lol... the chocolate effect

 

[Prana]

thanks for the info guys, I do notice I get small headaches but I overlooked the fact for that sweet, fruity, guiltless taste!!

 

[HardBody]

Prana, IMO, i would get the Aspartame free prtoein, i use it...works just as good i feel.