The Science Behind Artificial Sweeteners | Are They Safe? Are They Making Us Fat?

[@StephanieButtermore]

Happy 2018! Hope you enjoy this video! I spent a long time preparing it so I would really appreciate it if you let me know if you like this type of long form content from me 🙏 Or if you’d rather short “to the point” videos. Much love xoxo ❤️

[@aliahmukz]

I enjoy elaborated video like this. As a food science student, i personally find this video very helpful.

[@intoxicatingGold]

Very helpful video, no one in youtube is digesting this kind of information and feeding it to us like you :)

[@saritamini]

I liked this version more than the short versions, you get a better chance to explain studies and the topic thoroughly. Open communication in science is lacking and I commend you for doing it :)

[@charlottech9990]

Stephanie Buttermore did the last refeed help stop the cravings?

[@Pixel-Lucas]

Love the long form

[@andrewsmithe6983]

Here from Jeff

[@marlin-cy1od]

we all are my guy

[@famousace4652]

Hola froma jeffe

[@cyrusparsons8917]

Same

[@insart7231]

Same

[@jesaelroque828]

Same

[@Tanjams]

It's really nice to see someone who's so influential, covering this topic in a rational, science based approach.

[@canijustplease]

This probably won’t get you the most views but I think stick with the science/medicine thing which is clearly your strong point. KZbin already has a surplus of fitness vloggers. You bring something different to the table, but maybe throw in the occasional fitness related video every now and again to keep everyone happy.

[@Deimonos85]

yeah, don't need to show your ass in every thumbnail to get views

[@DanDan-tv5hh]

idk about you but i'm here for the science. She's obviously proud of her ass and she should be so who cares? Those who are clicking on this video just for her ass then that says something about them.

[@canijustplease]

Chickenlegs asking who cares is a somewhat redundant question. People do and don’t care. I care enough to comment but I also don’t care enough to do anything besides comment.

[@theamjolnir9641]

It makes this channel unique!

[@MadisonFalcoFoods]

I agree I love this

[@BlatnikShuffler]

''Just because something is derived form nature, doesn't mean that it's good for you or that it's better than something that has been synthesized in the lab. Compounds are compounds'' This is something general public still doesn't understand nowadays. Very well said. Appreciate the video. As a chemist I know how much time studying literature takes, so big props to you. :D Keep doing these!

[@Tr4sh_can34]

if you call water "The industrial chemical dihydrogen monoxide" people would say that we should ban it

[@6FootVampire]

Maybe they could eat arsenik , its natural after all

[@thetowndrunk988]

Botulinum toxin is by far the most toxic substance on earth, yet it’s “all natural”……

[@incurableromantic4006]

The advertising industry has SO much to answer for.

[@sim9373]

@@incurableromantic4006 the advertising industry pays for the internet. You like using the internet?

[@rushpea447]

Awesome video, being a university student myself I know how long it takes to research a topic to this extent. I and the rest of your audience really appreciate this type of content !

[@tzugym1502]

Well said. Thank you Stephanie!

[@californiacondor4887]

From someone who uses a lot of artificial sweeteners and drinks a lot of tea and coffee a day, I can tell you that it does not increase your appetite, if anything they have suppressed my appetite and I have lost 25 lb in the past 2 years! Great video, I really enjoyed it, thank you.

[@Zaynabbbbbbbb]

Any updates

[@happinessinkindness3062]

No bro science here. Thanks for taking so much time to make this an informational, science-based video. Your dedication and passion towards your channel really shines through with this type of content. I have literally watched all of your videos (some twice, even) and I am just so excited to see what else is in store for your viewers. Love

[@torimouradian]

This is now my favorite video on the internet! I'm so tired of being side eyed by others when I have a diet drink or zero calorie drink when I've done the research behind it, all the while they're consuming regular sugar by the handfuls. The hypocrisy, I swear! Anyway, lol, this video was so informative and thorough! Thank you Steph!!

[@pitachipenthusiast]

It’s finally here! Love how much you worked to research the science behind this topic.

[@happyraptor7986]

20 studies done on saccharin. 19 studies found no adverse effects, 1 study found instances of bladder cancer (in rats that were already predisposed to bladder cancer). This study is the one everyone references when talking about saccharin because all the others yielded nothing of consequence. Saccharin is now banned in numerous countries. "Doubt is our product" ~ Brown & William Tabacco, 1969.

[@carmen26385]

I stumbled upon your channel when your “I What Ever I Want” video was recommended for me and I’ve watched almost every video since. I’m 6 months postpartum with my first baby, and working on my post baby bod. I have found such insight and motivation from your videos. I’ve recently been hitting the gym again, and this time I’m not afraid of lifting-thanks to you! In high school I battled an eating disorder and would spend hours on cardio machines thinking that was the only solution for fat loss. Not only am I in a much healthier mindset, but I’m becoming more informed, thanks to you and Jeff! So far so good!! Love all your videos!

[@KaraCorey]

Amazing video Stephanie, I appreciate the scientific non bias approach to this topic. As an RD this question constantly comes up.

[@beikk]

OMG girl! as a medicine student I hear pseudoscience all the time. It hurts my ears how people just believe everything they hear because they watched on TV or something similar. This video was refreshing and highly appreciated. The work you put into it shows through every minute. Beautifully done indeed!

[@fitrebelle7679]

This is extremely interesting and informative. Thanks for clarifying a lot of false assumptions we have, it's really important to know about what we are eating! Thanks Stephanie 💪

[@dAnerrr07]

LOVE THIS! Keep up the informational videos

[@BusinessAndFitness]

Very thorough and well put together video. Learned a lot and enjoyed it !

[@EmilieDC]

The research behind this is amazing! I really appreciate such a lengthy video on a much discussed subject, especially clearing up myths spread by popular media, backed by scientific studies. Would love to see more of these 'The science behind' videos.

[@qhay180]

what about all the studies showing the damage down to the gut microbiome? you know? the ones that major doctors into gut and brain, and body health support, the ones she conveniently left out..... but of course she lives a IIFYM diet... really? of course artificial sweeteners are awesome to you if you eat a IIFYM diet.

[@nickasher7105]

what an awesome video. Came here from jeff's channel. Thank you for this info

[@Poppedcollar]

Whether artificial sweeteners increase appetite or not, I'm not worried about it. I'm always hungry anyway....

[@aimeerivera6625]

Poppedcollar lmao! Good one. Same here 🤦🏻‍♀️😂

[@bigtimbers9025]

Try a ketogenic diet for a month and see what happens. It might work for you, it might not. I love it, but I also think everyone's a little different.

[@fullcend-tkm73]

Artificial sweeteners actually destroy your gut permeability as well and over excite your hormones plus they tax your digestive tract

[@Shoto519]

@@fullcend-tkm73 you didnt watch the video. Keep reading blogs with no scientific research linked or no critism to studies

[@fullcend-tkm73]

@@Shoto519 I'm definitely not going to take advice from you I've been doing this for 15 years and I've been coaching people from most of that I've just recently had some health issues of my own after serving our country in Iraq where I was hurt I sustained an injury and gained a bunch of weight and used ketogenics to lose that and get control of my body and I'm still in the process of healing but I've been doing this longer than most of these yahoos to claim to be professionals because I realized how powerful it was in my life and regardless of a scientific study or any b******* somebody like you can feed me I have enough time working with people to know exactly what happens and what issues are caused so you're barking up the wrong tree you're not going to win s*** with me

[@juliaa8962]

I'm a physics' student and I love that you explain the facts with scientific research papers! Thanks!!

[@neoprimed]

It’s nice to see that you express your skepticism for some studies. I think most just scroll down to the discussion portion to make their decision. You and Jeff are ending Bro Science with each video. Keep it up!

[@qhay180]

No they're not, they're supporting bro science, and when you live and support a IIFYM diet, of course you love artificial sweeteners, and of course you leave out every major study showing the harm down to the gut microbiome, and jeffs sugar video got debunked in less than a day so he kept trying to add new ones,

[@Superman-xr1oh]

@@qhay180 Jeff who numbnuts

[@itsaligay]

This is amazing, Steph!! My dad is a family physician and I ALWAYS send him your videos. Safe to say he's impressed and recommends his patients follow you. Keep killin' it, you babe!

[@lillyvgutierrez9685]

Q park

[@Lau3464l]

Yessssss yes yes yes yes. This is EXACTLY why I subscribed to your channel and your content is EXACTLY what not only the fitness KZbin community needs but also the general world population needs. So few people can access academic libraries/journals, let alone know how to interpret the literature. We are living in a dangerous world of sensationalized pseudoscience and having someone with your education and charisma creating an easy, tangible way for laypeople to understand the literature is IMPERATIVE to our well being as a society. I don’t even think I can fully articulate just how essential this kind of content is - I know some other fitness KZbinrs venture into things like this but it’s fairly obvious that they don’t have the same understanding of the research method that you do (though I commend their effort.) I would love to see you address topics like gwenyth Paltrow’s brand “goop” - not directly fitness related but primarily women’s health related. I’d also love to see you talk about things like crystal healing but I guess that might offend some people lol.

[@Lau3464l]

ALSO, I’d love to see a video on the difference between consumption of protein supplements and BCAAs. Always seemed to me like BCAAs are just a juice-flavored marketing tool.

[@NickVarn]

I trust your research more than most anyone else because I truly believe you approached this from an unbiased standpoint and you obviously know how to research smartly. Thanks for this video!

[@marybishop6105]

Thank you for this! Love the science behind it. Could you do a video on how you form your opinions on nutrition? I find there is so much conflicting evidence that I dont know what to think!

[@yogrot]

Mary Bishop I think her PhD helped form her opinion...

[@qhay180]

PhD In ovarian cancer = nutrition ?

[@nkm121212]

This was SO well informed. As a science major and a fitness enthusiast, I appreciate your thoroughness and your recognition of flaws in some of the studies. I just found your channel a few weeks ago and I am loving it! Thank you for creating intelligent, interesting, inspirational content.

[@Elaempe]

I loved this video... I'm myself a nerdy-fit Ph.D. student , so I absolutely love science-related videos. Thank you for this literature review on the topic. I learnt a lot. :)

[@MissFitAndNerdy]

right? I love when videos have all of the sources cited so we can read them for ourselves!

[@Quixote1818]

Finally a Doctor on KZbin who understands the difference between cause and effect and relative risk vs absolute risk.

[@melaniebongiorno6541]

Love that you are so smart and educated in this industry. It’s rare!

[@fitleighhill]

Such a great video! Sending this to all the women in my life who are terrified of drinking any diet/low-cal beverages

[@Baileel-888]

I love these videos ... the science is so helpful and makes it legit! Keep them coming iD LOVE a video on science behind supplements taken... as well as adverse affects of steroids or sumthing ❤️❤️❤️

[@rosannebanda9456]

I am absolutely thrilled that you touched down on this subject. I have constantly been bugged and told and yelled at that artificial sweeteners are going to kill me artificial sweeteners are going to give me cancer they're worse than regular sugar. diet sodas are going to keep me bloated and fat . and being a type 1 diabetic this whole taboo on whether sweeteners were good or not was really getting me down. It is so easy for a person that can have sugar day and night no matter what and not affect their levels, to tell me that artificial sweeteners are bad and diet sodas are bad. I am so happy this video has been made so now I can debunk all their theories and preaching and tell them look, I can have my sweetener I can have my diet soda so back off now! Thank you so much for this video!

[@milesandreps]

100% would love more content like this. I’m 26 and have been learning to live a healthier lifestyle over the past year. I work a lot, go to the gym and then cook dinner so it feels like I don’t have as much time to dive into something like this by myself. Thank you for taking the time to do great research and compile it into a video for your audience! ♥️

[@katem1429]

This was such a great video. You did a great job organizing the information and presenting from a non-biased standpoint. Thank you for all the time and effort you put into this.

[@NikitaSloane]

Love this video style. I know it must have taken a shit load of work but I hope you do more of these in the future!

[@davidpaw8267]

This is excellent. The overall message is clear but you haven't dumbed down your research or the results at all. More like this pls.

[@daliazawil]

I love how u showed us the cans or packets that would equal the ADI. Helped a ton. Thank u for the video

[@Nick-hz9no]

This is exactly what I was looking for! Thank you for making this video and citing your sources!

[@StrxL640]

I really like these types of videos, great job! :)

[@karascharnberg8493]

I could sit here and listen to you talk about stuff like this all day, so smart, professional, and passionate!

[@sapphirek5244]

Thank youuu for not only using scientific backing, but explaining how to critically understand/review scientific studies. I get so frustrated when people take an abstract from a study and just run with it without really understanding what the study did and said.

[@destiny13006]

This type of video is why I subscribed to you! I love that you take a scientific approach to health. I'm extremely skeptical of fad food claims, and generally for good reason.

[@qhay180]

except all the studies showing the damage done to the gut microbiome...that were conveniently left out.... but she lives a IIFYM diet... the BEST nutrition advice....... ? ....no

[@kayliepick4421]

As a registered/licensed Dietitian I loved this video. Great work & information. Awesome to see a well known fitness KZbinr providing this type of research backed education to their audiences. 👍🏻

[@ThusFarUnsung]

I was waiting for this one! A completely unbiased review. I mostly stick with sucralose and stevia when I go artificial. Aspartame gives me a horrible headache. Do we know why this happens? I love these science based videos, so fascinating and you break it down so even the creative minded can understand. Great content girl.

[@santi1kk]

coming from 2021, great video. definitely needed this information for my health decisions.

[@adaperez4359]

Friendly, sweet, beautiful, fitness and intelligent. What's more can we ask for? 💚

[@patrickpapa7246]

I know I’m late, but this content is AMAZING. As a pharmacy student myself currently taking a course in Landmark studies, seeing this is highly appreciated. It takes a lot of time to read through these and interpret the conclusions, so just wanna let you know I’m in full support of this kind of material!

[@saraalajbeg513]

Been waiting for this for SUCH a long time!!! Thank you Stephaniee😘

[@saradoudar604]

I love these science backed explanations about topics that relate to fitness and nutrition. They might not get as many views as the fun workout videos, but I think they're even more helpful, so thank you!

[@raquelcan787]

Can you please make a video giving us some tips about how to balance school, gym and social life?

[@MalevolentLoki]

I appreciate when you and Jeff do these analytical breakdown videos. I wish there was more content like this available on youtube. Not everything you guys do is relevant to me, but the ones that are have been fantastic resources for information.

[@deniz.2109]

Im not smart but the way you explain things is very simple and i actually can understand it lol. Thanks for the interesting video you must have worked hard for this!

[@KEM85]

elle phan Don't say that about yourself. If you weren't smart you wouldn't even bother watching this at all. ❤️

[@deniz.2109]

Kristan thank u sm thats very nice of you 💕

[@el_felkx8822]

elle phan Don't sell yourself short, you'll be surprised how far a bit a self confidence will take you.

[@MutsuKazuma]

don't pat yourself on the back and think watching a video lumps you in the same category as smart people

[@el_felkx8822]

And what kind of narcissist are you telling him what to do? You think you belong to this "smart people" category? Shut up and let others enjoy the fact that they're learning.

[@ThePeaceReport]

Best video I've seen on artificial sweeteners. Jeff N brought me here. Thanks.

[@chrisknickerbocker388]

I'd love to hear more about migraines. I'm a fitness person and HS teacher and started drinking way too much soda last summer break. To compensate I tried switching to more coke zero, zero kcal sprite, etc. I noticed this year I started getting migraines for the first time ever. I never made the connection to artificial sweeteners and migraines until I saw you mention it. I'd love to know more about this association.

[@gracefool]

My favourite kind of content. This is a great service to a lot of people.

[@user-sp4fb3lb2b]

I loved this Stephanie!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us I was waiting for this video the whole week!! 😄 I would love if you could do a video on contraceptives and its link to breast cancer/ ovarian cancer.

[@KelliDePriest]

Thanks for a great video! As a PhD student myself I am impressed by how you seamlessly translate complex science into something that everyone can understand. Also, I understand how long it takes to review literature so I respect the time it must have taken you. Thanks for such an informative video! Please keep them coming!

[@sandyyang870]

Thank you for all the research! Now I can share w my friends about the rumor with aspartame everytime they give me 💩 about me drinking diet soda.

[@katiemckee3334]

LOVE LOVE LOVE this!!! I am a Kinesiology major with a minor in dietetics at Michigan State University and I come to your (and Jeff's) page ALL the time for extra info and tidbits to further my knowledge/understanding. You do SUCH a great job at presenting this information in a comprehensive but efficient and almost "fun" manner. In a way, I trust you more than my professors! PLEASE keep this content coming! With the amount of fitness influencers I see every day on social media, I keep coming back to you no matter what. I can tell you have only good intentions and you are always fully prepared evidence and reasoning regarding with the content you put out. THANK YOU for staying true to yourself and making me continue to love the health and fitness science community! XOXOXO

[@gc99289]

Say what you want about artificial sweeteners, but you can't argue that: 1. They won't cause cavities and gingivitis 2. It's a hell lot easier to clean up when you spill one in your car.

[@khwistal]

3. they have 0 calories 4. they don't give you diabetes

[@Superman-xr1oh]

@@khwistal Artifical sweeteners fuck with your gut flora. And besides, we don't know the long term effects of them on someone who uses ungodly amounts everyday.

[@frodobaggins7469]

The acid in diet coke will still wipe away the enamel in teeth.

[@circeular]

Steve Fredrick People with a rich, otherwise ‘clean’ diet probably won’t be too adversely affected by a single Diet Coke or low sugar protein bar, every few days. If you consume them with abandon, then I’d agree it could spell disaster for the gut microbiome...but this is the kind of fear mongering that exacerbates false narratives around artificial sweeteners. As with anything: moderation is key. Sugar will fuck with your gut microbiome just as much, and is a primary fuel for cancers. I’ll take a small amount of artificial sweetener over handfuls of sugar any day.

[@AistcoldIRL]

@@khwistal Sugar don't give you diabetes, being overweight does that.

[@justinekim4102]

I'm so glad that I found Stephanie's channel. I'm actually learning something from her videos. She makes complex topics so fun and easy to understand :)

[@sbkpilot1]

best overview on KZbin... all the facts delivered well. Great job

[@priyankareddy9430]

Very informational and much needed, as there are many misconceptions about the artificial sweeteners. Good job gal :*

[@aimeezannoni756]

I appreciate these informative style videos-it is the primary reason I watch your channel.

[@rosenrad1]

As a doctor, i am very critical of all the non-substantiated claims in advertisements and on varios websites and youtube channels. That being said, i applaud you on exceeding my expectations for this video. It was not only informative, it was well researched, and presented well. Thank you for all your hard work!

[@channellpeterson]

FANTASTIC info. I was always scared or felt guilty consuming artificial sweetenters but now I can chill out and enjoy a coke zero from time to time.

[@kademurphy7824]

Excellent! Finally I can drink my Diet Coke in peace

[@BacSiDre]

Kade Murphy the key word is "moderation" ...

[@ninerbuff8049]

Which doesn't impact many either. The acid in our stomachs is HUNDREDS and HUNDREDS of times much stronger than in any soda. If people claim it destroys teeth, then maybe concentrate more on oral hygiene? There are many fruits and vegetables that have acid in them as well.

[@qhay180]

Jose do you have a clue what you are talking about ? Simply drinking a few too many pops instantly results in ulcers. let alone the numerous studies showing how artificial sweeteners hurt the gut microbiome, but of course she left out every study, she lives a IIFYM diet...never someone id take nutrition advice from

[@BacSiDre]

Matt H The key word is "moderation".... which I am sure Dr. Buttermore recommends .... Are you a doctor BTW?

[@xpetf2444]

i would be careful,,, the chemicals in diet drinks can mess up your brain. a lot of people get depression and anxiety from these chemicals.

[@willyromney]

I hope you keep making these kinds of videos even though they may not get the views your other videos do...super informative

[@melaniebongiorno6541]

Also i think this was perfectly done and nothing else was needed

[@ScreenQueen813]

Great video! Very informative, and kept me engaged the entire time (I think it was the way you spoke and gestured towards the camera, plus the graphics definitely helped).

[@Darkchylde50]

That was a lot of info! Hats off for all that digging around & presentation! I really enjoyed it, thank you! 😊

[@EmilyBrozowski]

Love this! As a healthcare provider and science nerd I really appreciate the time and effort this took! There is never quite enough time in the day to read the articles that pertain to my work AND my personal interest, so thanks!

[@ninaperry2873]

Please please please make more of these kinds of science-y videos! I am in love! I love science and your calming voice. It can be about organic food or hormones in food

[@Saroora1xo]

Yes please make more of this type of video, you have a really niche video style which makes you so original and unique, Love it! Thank you x

[@youreviltriplet]

Soooo interesting and informative!! Loved it

[@peter.ptr939]

Well done! i am in love with cold hard facts. Appreciate the non-biased & well spoken presentation and backing the little opinions you do share from published sources. You are the kind of influencer I can support and not get annoyed by.

[@dorotavarga9469]

I Loved this video! You must have worked on it very hard! Having a scientific background myself I really enjoy listening to what the studies show. Thank you for this 😊😘

[@6jason6mehl6]

Found your channel from Nippards channel. I've tried to read up on this, but your really helped bring it all together. Thanks!

[@Chekas1292]

systematic review and meta analysis.. gosh, you're totally my kind of youtuber.. So glaaaaaaaaaaad I subscribed to a fellow scientist.

[@lancep.2830]

I discovered this video watching Jeff's video on grocery shopping for fat loss. This is a great video, Stephanie. Thank you for the information.

[@nellivilhelmiina]

I love this kind of video and wouldn't mind if it was even longer and in depth. Great job! 🤓🤓🤓🤓💪

[@brighamgarciasantiag]

I'm and MD and I had recomended a lot of Jeff and your vids including this one today. Thanks for the smart and hard work.

[@GK13146]

As a chemist, I really appreciate such literature supported review!!! I think everyone can benefit from such reviews that are coming from people with proper degrees to correctly interpret scientific content!

[@jesssee9629]

AMAZING video. Your work should be appreciated in a greater degree. Those who know how to distinguish rumor from evidence will truly appreciate this video.

[@twilightmidna14]

Stephanie this was so great! Loved the video

[@amysmith3152]

I love these scientific explanation videos SO MUCH, but I will admit I've got a low attention span when it comes to youtube and do prefer more to the point- really just anything under 10 minutes is a good length in my opinion. Can't wait to see more of these!

[@mouramhanna2]

Thank you so much for taking your time to inform us on this topic it really helped me😊❤️ love from lebanon 🇱🇧❤️

[@BeeBeeMacGee]

I absolutely love the science you deliver in your videos. It’s something that separates your channel from all the others.

[@hackman88]

10:48 It should be noted that in powdered form, these sweeteners are often mixed with either dextrose or maltodextrin to increase bulk. Both are caloric sugars like sucrose. The 'zero calories' labeling is due to the FDA allowing servings less than one gram and under 4 calories to be labeled “zero calories". Try to get your artificial sweeteners in liquid form or as a pure powder.

[@biggSHNDO]

Gracias

[@LuisGonzalez-sy4fr]

As a fellow scientist and dietitian I would love more videos like this one!

[@ivananina7897]

Great job girllll!! Love you and your work so much

[@anastasiaRNBSN]

I love these kind of research backed up videos. You know that you can trust these facts as they’re being studies. Please keep doing these kinds of videos!!

[@fit_psych_life8447]

I appreicate this video sooo much love this

[@qhay180]

www.drperlmutter.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Artificial-Sweeteners.pdf

[@aaliyahhhbeyy]

I love these more academic videos! You speak in a way that is incredibly easy to understand, and I'd love to learn more from you! Xoxo

[@helenahjorvar594]

Earlyy:) Love from ICELAND🌊❄

[@laurencook2106]

This was literally the most amazing video I’ve ever seen. I follow you 110% because of the facts and data you back your channel with. I loved hearing about this because I enjoy a Coke Zero or diet Dr.Pepper frequently throughout my week to help curve my hunger but, always get nervous because I was always told “artificial sweeteners give you cancer”. Thank you o much for your channel girl!! Keep it up! Xoxo

[@jbugarin94]

Good God. Watching this in 2019 lol. Stephanie! GIRL! You are EXTREMELY INTELLIGENT! Not just beautiful, but soooo DANG SMART! YOU GO GIRL! I really enjoyed this. I’ve been subscribed to you for awhile. Love your videos, but I’m glad I stumbled upon this one. It was very eye opening.

[@AJK0119]

Your ability to make this information manageable is SO impressive! Great job!

[@seaneencatherinexx4552]

Hi Stephanie, could you do one on pre work? I suffer from anxiety and I’m worried that it will trigger my anxiety.

[@katrinalynn5093]

hey! this isn't backed up by science but just experience, and when I took pre workout my anxiety sky rocketed as well as my cortisol levels!

[@Lau3464l]

There is a extremely strong correlation between caffeine and anxiety symptoms. I would highly recommend lowering your caffeine intake (or other similar compounds found in pre workout) if you suffer from anxiety :)

[@IRONHQ]

It will trigger your anxiety since caffeine is a cns stressor. Usually when someone is anxious they had developed a anxious way of thinking that taxes the cns in a negative way or they live a stressful lifestyle also stressing the cns in a negative way could be a big life change or genetics etc. What I would recommend is stimulating the cns in a positive way as much you can to balance it out. Changing the way you think more positively, meditation, more sleep, staying away from life stressors as much you can, eating to heal the gut bacteria, breathing correctly, practice being mindful, lifting in a way that your cns is able to recover and adapt stronger etc. also once your cns is able to handle caffeine without too much anxiety your tolerance will go up. Just keep moderation in mind and remember anxiety is a normal hormone and everything is going to be okay

[@karinlarsen4251]

If you practice true meditation skills, your anxiety will vanish