Brain Damage, Seizures and Artificial Sweeteners

The more we try to change nature the more potential problems we create. Altering the chemistry of proteins in the case of artificial sweeteners has been shown to alter brain chemistry. Aspartame found in most diet sodas, hundreds of snacks and packaged foods can change the chemistry of YOUR brain.

Aspartame converts to Formaldehyde, a product of methanol and gathers in certain areas of the brain potentially causing degenerative diseases such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's and ALS. Aspartame consumption can also trigger seizures in both epileptics and other individuals without a history of epilepsy.

Changes in white matter known as amyloid plaques are associated with memory problems found in Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative diseases. The study of white matter has been advancing with the neuroimaging techniques and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) of the brain.

Grey matter can also be affected by repetitive consumption of artificial sweeteners .The gray matter contains most of the brain's neuronal cell bodies. The grey matter includes regions of the brain involved in muscle control, sensory perception such as seeing and hearing, memory, emotions, speech, decision making, and self-control.

It is my opinion that eliminating artificial sweeteners from your diet is one of the smartest brain health decisions. When making brain health changes always make sure to add movement of the entire body to stimulate the brains healing capacity. While 20% of all oxygen taken in by the body goes to the brain, 95% of that goes specifically into the grey matter which will help in brain regeneration.

Better Brain Tip:

Read ALL the labels this week and eliminate Aspartame(nutrisweet) from your consumption!