Splenda (sucralose) The FDA has declared sucralose to be safe; however, many stud-
ies contradict that claim. For example, studies reveal the following:
• decreased red blood cells causing anemia • male infertility by interfering with sperm production • brain lesions • calcified kidneys • spontaneous abortions
• reduced beneficial bacteria in intestines by approximately 50%, which impairs immunity and a healthy digestive system.
Only two human trials were completed prior to FDA approval for human consumption, and these two trials only included 36 hu- man subjects. Even more alarming, the longest trial lasted only four days, and only examined the effect on tooth decay, not human toler- ance. As for determining the absorption into the human body, only eight men were studied.
Fructose (High Fructose Corn Syrup and Agave) Fructose is the most toxic natural sugar. However, it is only toxic
in large, chronic doses. At the doses people ordinarily consume to- day (500% higher than in pre-industrial times) it produces metabolic toxicity. Small doses are harmless and large doses are pathogenic. Don’t be deceived into thinking agave is a safer natural sweeten- er; in actuality it is worse because it has higher fructose content than any commercial sweetener. What makes fructose so unhealthy is that it is metabolized to fat more rapidly than any other sugar. The burden of fructose metabolism is performed by the liver, and it promotes the kind of fat that accumulates in the abdominal region. This type of fat is associated with cardiovascular disease. In addition, fructose con- tributes to weight gain, insulin resistance, decreased HDL, increased LDL, elevated triglycerides, elevated blood sugar, and hypertension, i.e. classic syndrome X (metabolic syndrome). It is wise to limit your fructose from fruit to 15 grams daily; total fructose consumption should not exceed 25 grams per day. Warning – always check the fructose content in commercial beverages. Here’s a quick reference on the fructose content in some fruits: apple 9.5 gram, banana 7.1 gram, orange 6.1 gram, peach 5.9 gram, raspber- ries 3 gram (cup), lemon 0.6 gram, watermelon 11.3 gram, straw- berries 3.8 gram (cup). Some safe options for sweeteners are stevia, sugar alcohol eq. Xylitol, Honey (Manuka or Raw) and Glucose. It is time to take control of your health’s destiny. It is your oppor- tunity to assert your strength as a creature of God’s creation.
Dr. Stephen Piechota, Pharm D., CNC currently owns and operates the Medical Arts Health and Nutrition Center. Dr. Piechota received his B.S. from University of Connecticut School of Pharmacology, and his Doctorate of Clinical Therapeutics Degree from Idaho State University. To further his knowledge in the art of holistic healing, Dr Steve has taken comprehensive training in clinical nutrition and naturopathic medicine, as well as read and studied countless books on the subject. He is fervent in his belief in serving the highest of principles, truth and God, and is totally dedicated to provide health- care to his fellow-man. Office Locations: 1389 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06708, (203) 755-1105; 140 Pine Street, Bristol, CT 06010, (860) 584-5071. See ad on page 25.
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