factually
Index/Topics/Gastrointestinal Upset

Gastrointestinal Upset

The potential gastrointestinal side effects of sugar-free sweeteners, such as bloating and diarrhea, are noted.

Fact-Checks

2 results
Feb 6, 2026

How do sugar‑free sweeteners in gelatin products affect weight and metabolic health?

Sugar‑free gelatin that uses non‑sugar sweeteners generally produces lower immediate blood glucose and insulin responses compared with sugar‑sweetened versions and can be a very low‑calorie snack, but...

Feb 5, 2026

Are there health benefits or health detriments to chewing gum?

has measurable short-term benefits—modest boosts in alertness and attention, increased saliva that helps oral health and may ease reflux, and specific cavities reductions from —yet habitual or excessi...