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Dr. Liza Leal discusses better sugar alternatives and the hidden additives in sweeteners.

I'm Dr. Liza Leal, your everyday healthhacker and the Meridian Minute, and today we're talking about better sugar alternatives, hidden additives in sweeteners, and simple ways to support your health through nutrition. At Meridian Medical Dental Healthcare powered by Meridian Health Institute, we really believe in caring for the entire body — from head to toe — and that includes what we're putting inside our bodies every day. One of the most common questions I get from patients is: "Doc, what sweetener should I use? The pink packet? The blue packet? The green packet?" And honestly, it can get confusing because there are so many products on the market. What I usually tell patients is this: The less processed the sweetener, the better. Now, some artificial sweeteners have been controversial over the years. Certain studies have raised concerns about possible long-term metabolic effects, gut microbiome disruption, increased cravings, or other health concerns when consumed heavily over time. The research is still evolving, so I always encourage moderation and reading labels carefully. Two of my favorite alternatives are: Pure stevia Monk fruit The key word is PURE. A lot of commercial…

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