No conclusive causation between use of artificial sweeteners and the development of obesity and heart disease October 13, 2016October 16, 2016Dr. Barry Dworkin Health Headlines Commentary for October13 , 2016 [display_podcast] Source: Why diet soda is NOT better than regular soda: Low-calorie drinks ‘just as likely to cause obesity and heart disease by confusing your brain’ Related posts: Diet soda study cannot link consumption with cardiovascular risk Regular black liquorice consumption can lead to cardiac complications Do not conclude just yet that chocolate alone reduces heart and stroke risk Processed meats associated with increased heart disease risk: Harvard study artificial sweetenersdiet sodaheart disease