Diet soda, LCHF eating, and electric toothbrushes: Our takes

They may be free of sugar and calories, but the health effects of popular diet drinks and artificial sweeteners are up for debate. We'll dive into the controversy.

	Wellness Wire   Decades after its debut as a no-sugar, no-calorie option, diet soda remains a flashpoint of fuss. Here's our plunge into the potential health effects of the Diet Cokes and Sprite Zeros of the world. We're also hovering our magnifying glass over low-carb, high-fat diets and electric toothbrushes. And if your gut tells you to think twice before saying yes to an airline meal on your next long-haul flight, here's why you may want to listen to it.   Diet Soda: What Are the Advantages? They may be free of sugar and calories, but the health effects of popular diet drinks and artificial sweeteners are up for debate. We'll dive into the controversy. Read on   All You Need to Know About Low-Carb, High-Fat (LCHF) Eating The low-carb, high-fat diet is promoted as a healthy way to lose weight. Take a look at its potential health benefits and drawbacks, plus a sample meal plan. Read on Is It Better to Use an Electric or Manual Toothbrush? Some people swear by electric toothbrushes, while others are fine using the manual type. Have a look at the pros and cons of each and decide which is best for you. Read on Airline Dining Dilemma: Should You Self-Cater on Long Flights? One major airline catering company has been warned by the FDA over the severely unhealthy condition of one of its catering facilities. Read on Get our Men's Health newsletter Good reads on nutrition, fitness, and the health conditions that affect men most. Subscribe Get our Women's Wellness newsletter Sage advice on exercise, mindful eating, sex, sleep, stress relief, and more. Subscribe Follow Us View in browser Did a friend send you this email? Subscribe here. To see all newsletters, click here. Privacy Policy  |  Unsubscribe © 2018 Healthline Media 660 3rd Street, San Francisco, CA 94107