Category Archives: Aspartate

Does D-Aspartate Supplementation Reduce Oestrogen Levels?

Posted on July 3, 2023 by Robert Barrington

D-aspartate (D-aspartic acid) is a supplement that may have a number of effects on mammalian hormonal regulation. One controversial aspect of D-aspartate supplementation is whether or not the supplements are able to elevate testosterone in healthy men. This effect would … Continue reading →

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Soft Drinks and Type 2 Diabetes

Posted on March 10, 2014 by Robert Barrington

Increases in the prevalence of obesity and type 2 diabetes mirror the increase in sugar and artificially sweetened soft drinks. The association between soft drink consumption and obesity is well established but the cause and effect is not fully understood. … Continue reading →

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Aspartame is Carcinogenic?

Posted on December 4, 2013 by Robert Barrington

The current obesity epidemic has increased the popularity of artificial sweeteners and the food manufacturers have not been slow to expand their use. In particular, the popularity of aspartame (L-α-aspartyl-L-phenylalanine methyl ester) sweetened beverages has increased in recent decades. Aspartame … Continue reading →

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Aspartame: The Selective Assassin

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Robert Barrington

Aspartame is a man made chemical that is used extensively in the food industry as an artificial sweetener. When ingested, humans perceive the aspartame molecule to be around 200 times sweeter than table sugar (sucrose). Aspartame is useful as an … Continue reading →

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