Some individuals have thought aspartame and MS were linked together, but researchers say aspartame and Multiple Sclerosis have no connection at all. The effects of aspartame have been talked about since the artificial sweetener hit the market shelves. False claims have also been made which said aspartame lead to MS or created symptoms similar to those experienced by MS patients. The American Council on Science and Health hope to squelch these myths and prevent them from being spread any further.

The MS-like symptoms aspartame was supposedly creating were vision problems, numbness in the legs, and dizziness. These accusations could be due to the reports made by a particular doctor who said he had diabetic patients that displayed a negative reaction to aspartame. A number of diabetics had vision and memory loss, as well as some confusion. This information was sent out to many individuals via mass email. However, after much …