I have known about thsi for years and avoid anything with aspartame with a passion.

if it was safe, why would it be banned in the EU from child - specific products?

No offence Cailin, but i dont think it has been 'debunked" i really do think there is more info out there regarding the ill effects of such a terrible product.

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