Sucralose Side Effects

Sucralose is made by attaching chlorine to sucrose which creates a product on average 600 times sweeter than table sugar, which theoretically will pass through the body without being metabolized. There are no major side effects knows as of today. Sucralose has been approved by FDA, US.

However, there are some side effects possible:

* Gastrointestinal problems like bloating, nausea and diarrhea
* Skin irritations, rashes, hives, swelling and itching
* Breathing difficulties, wheezing
* Runny nose, cough
* Palpitation, chest muscle pain, itchy eyes
* Anxiety, depression, mood swings, sudden onset of anger

Still, we believe that it is ok to have Sucralose as a alternative to sugar, since it is the best alternative to sugar known as of today. Stevia (another alternative) is better but it is not approved by FDA , US yet.

Stevia is supposed to be the best. But it is not available at most of the places in India. Sucralose is the second best option for a sugar alternative.

I used to drink diet coke and put sweetner in my coffee every morning. I started to feel the shakes a few years back. I went to the doctor and did tests and was fine. Someone told me that sweetner can bring on side affects. I cut out sweetner and drinks that contained sweetner. I feel so much better...The shakes are gone! I really would use Stevia I feel is your better bet.