Mixed
There is no conclusive evidence linking non-nutritive sweetener consumption to chronic kidney disease in high-risk patients, although some individual studies show positive associations.
For individuals at high risk of chronic kidney disease, current systematic evidence does not show that artificially sweetened soda increases the risk. However, because some individual studies show positive associations, those with existing kidney conditions should consult their healthcare provider for personalized advice.
The authors concluded that consuming artificially sweetened soda did not increase the risk of chronic kidney disease in high-risk patients.
Why this rating
Based on one systematic review and several primary studies with conflicting results (some positive, some no association).
Source
Health outcomes of non-nutritive sweeteners: analysis of the research landscape
Szimonetta Lohner et al. · Nutrition Journal · 2017
DOI 10.1186/s12937-017-0278-x
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