Consumer Perceptions of Artificial Sweeteners in Food Products, Consumption Frequency, and Body Mass Index: A Multivariate Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background/objectives

Artificial sweeteners are commonly used food additives that provide sweetness without calories. Once considered harmless due to their lack of metabolism, recent studies suggest that they may have unintended effects, potentially stimulating appetite and increasing food intake, leading to weight gain. This study aimed to assess consumer perceptions of artificial sweeteners in food, examine consumption frequencies of products containing them, and explore their potential influence on body mass index.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted using two voluntary and anonymous surveys administered via Google Forms.

Results

The study included 649 participants: 324 parents of preschool and school-aged children and 325 university and secondary school

SUBMITTER: Jurcevic Zidar B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11902076 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature