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A person adds a packet of sugar-free sweetener into coffee — illustrating mindful sugar substitute use for diabetes management.
Lifestyle

Are Sugar-Free Sweeteners Really Safe for Diabetics?

Sugar-free doesn’t always mean risk-free — here’s what you should know about artificial sweeteners and blood-sugar control.

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Featured Posts

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Health Education
August 1, 2025
Valley Fever Cases Hit Record High in California (2025)
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April 27, 2025
Why Did I Suddenly Lose My Sense of Taste or Smell?
Health Education
December 19, 2022
Debunking the Myth: Can You Sweat Out a Fever?
Neurology
November 7, 2022
Feeling Off Balance Lately? Here's What That Could Mean

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