Sucralose is an artificial sweetener and sugar substitute. The majority of ingested sucralose is not broken down by the body, so it is noncaloric. In the European Union, it is also known under the E number E955.

What is sucralose and is it bad for you?

Like other artificial sweeteners, sucralose is highly controversial. Some claim that it's entirely harmless, but new studies suggest that it may have some effects on your metabolism. For some people, it may raise blood sugar and insulin levels.

What does sucralose do to your body?

Sucralose and gut health.

Some studies have shown that sucralose can change your gut microbiome by lowering the number of good bacteria by half. Research done on animals shows that sucralose can also increase inflammation in the body. Over time, inflammation can lead to problems like obesity and diabetes.