Straight Talk from Dr. D

For a microbiologist who has researched ways to control diabetes, Philip Domenico, PhD., has a wicked sweet tooth. In fact, before he switched to zero-calorie sweeteners he was known to stir four or more teaspoons of sugar into a cup of coffee or iced tea.

Domenico, a microbiologist by training who has researched minerals that help to control diabetes, currently consults for the dietary supplement industry and takes a keen interest in what Americans eat and drink. Unfortunately, Domenico says, many of our choices are toxic.

He keeps watch like a sentinel, forever scoping and probing the horizon of America's dietary landscape. The new FDA ruling that opens the gate for RebA means consumers have another choice on the sweetener shelves and he says he believes that many will respond to the all-natural label that comes with a pure sweet taste.

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