Episode Summary:This episode tackles the polarizing issue of alternative sweeteners and discusses accurate science regarding the concept of toxicity. Topics Discussed are as follows:The sugar crisisWhy are alternative sweeteners attractive?Different alternative sweeteners and their pros/consKey takeaways/summaryDr. Dan's sweetener of choice.Episode References:Average American sugar consumption: http://sugarscience.ucsf.edu/the-growing-concern-of-overconsumption.html#.W_bswi2ZNBwNice comprehensive review on different sweeteners: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0278691517303642Drinking too much of anything, even water, can kill: https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/features/water-intoxication#1