Is erythritol, the popular artificial sweetener, actually safe for our hearts? In this video, we dive into a recent study published in Nature Medicine that reveals the potential long-term health effects of erythritol. Despite being labeled as "non-nutritive," "zero calories," or "natural," this sweetener could be putting us at risk for major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE). Learn about the study's findings, which suggest that erythritol increases platelet activity and the formation of blood clots. Watch now to discover if your go-to low-calorie sweetener is putting your heart health at risk.

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