The Model Health Show: Nutrition | Exercise | Fitness | Health | Lifestyle

The average American consumes about 17 teaspoons of added sugar on a daily basis, which is well over the ideal amount for optimal health. Consuming empty calories from added sugar can lead to a host of health problems, including obesity, metabolic problems, and heart disease. Because high-calorie, high-sugar products are so prevalent in our society, some folks turn to zero-calorie sweeteners as an alternative. However, artificial sweeteners are a controversial topic in the health and nutrition space. Compared to natural sweeteners like honey, artificial sweeteners are a relatively new input for human biology. On today’s show, you’re going to hear the latest studies on the impact artificial sweeteners have on metabolism, gut health, and much more. Our guest, Dr. Paul Saladino, is a double board-certified MD, a bestselling author, and the host of the Fundamental Health podcast. We’re diving into important conversations on the impact artificial sweeteners have on human health, critical nutritional needs that are