Why does the excessive consumption of some artificially sweetened products have a laxative effect?
Just like the dietary fibre in beans, onions and various fruits, many artificial sweeteners are “low digestible carbohydrates”, which are not completely absorbed by the body. They stimulate bowel activity, helping to counteract constipation. In some people, excessive consumption may produce a laxative effect. Scientific evidence shows that, similarly to high-fibre foods like plums and prunes, consumption of these artifical sweeteners in moderate amounts is tolerated very well.
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