13Synthetic Sweeteners
High-fructose corn syrup, aspartame, saccharin, and Splenda are just a few examples of artificial sweeteners. These substances can be very harmful when coming into your body. They would disrupt the ability of your body to metabolize glucose correctly and worsen inflammation. Also, these substitute sweeteners would lead to a release of inflammatory-inducing cytokines flooding the internal system. They can reduce the levels of good bacteria which help with releasing your anti-inflammatory compounds. Thus, it is better to reduce the intake of synthetic sweeteners in your daily meals. [13]
