Some artificial sweeteners, despite having no calories, can still trigger an insulin response because the brain and gut perceive them as sugar, causing insulin secretion.
While they don’t directly raise blood sugar, artificial sweeteners can disrupt normal glycemic control, leading to an exaggerated insulin release after consumption.
Regular use of artificial sweeteners may increase the risk of insulin resistance over time, as the body adjusts to constant insulin secretion despite no caloric intake, potentially impairing blood sugar regulation.
Some artificial sweeteners alter the gut microbiome, which can interfere with glucose metabolism and trigger insulin spikes or worsen insulin sensitivity.
The brain’s response to the sweet taste of artificial sweeteners can trigger an insulin release, expecting glucose intake, which could lead to fluctuations in insulin levels.
Artificial sweeteners can interfere with hormonal signals related to hunger and satiety, causing overeating and further insulin secretion as the body struggles to process excess energy.
Chronic consumption of artificial sweeteners may increase the risk of metabolic diseases, including type 2 diabetes, by promoting erratic insulin secretion patterns and insulin resistance over time.