Nutrition scientists warned that aggressively sugar-free diets can backfire metabolically when artificial substitutes disrupt gut microbes and appetite signaling.
Rodent and human pilot studies linked total sugar elimination to insulin sensitivity swings absent careful fiber and protein balance.
Dietitians emphasized distinguishing between cutting added sugars and banning naturally occurring carbohydrates in fruit.
Industry marketing often equates sugar-free labels with health, obscuring sugar alcohol side effects.
Clinicians recommend gradual reduction rather than abrupt elimination to avoid binge-rebound cycles.
The research does not endorse high sugar intake but cautions against extreme replacement strategies.
Public guidance may shift toward moderation frameworks instead of binary sugar-free identities.
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