Artificially Sweetened Beverages Increase the Risk of Preterm Delivery

Many pregnant women consume artificially sweetened beverages under the misguided idea that their lack of calories will not cause excess weight gain. A new study following 59,334 Dutch women shows that these drinks, both carbonated and non-carbonated¹, significantly increase the risk of preterm delivery.

One serving per day of any artificially sweetened beverage increased the risk of preterm delivery by 38%, whereas four servings per day increased the risk by 78%. The risk was true whether a woman was normal weight or overweight. No amount is safe. These poisonous chemicals are allowed in the food supply because the FDA is a partner in crime with the makers of artificial sweeteners – an industry they are supposed to be regulating.