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The debate over neurotransmitter interaction in aspartame usage
Abstract
Aspartame (NutraSweet®, Equal®) is a widely used artificial sweetener, has been reported to be accountable for neurological and behavioural disturbances in people. Upon ingestion, aspartame is hydrolyzed in gut and provides its metabolite; such as essential amino acid phenylalanine (Phy) (50%), aspartic acid (40%), and methanol (10%). Altered brain neurochemical compositions [such as dopamine (DA), norepinephrine (NE), and serotonin (5-HT)] have...
Paper Details
Title
The debate over neurotransmitter interaction in aspartame usage
Published Date
Oct 1, 2018
Volume
56
Pages
7 - 15
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