The study found that consuming a beverage sweetened with sucrose significantly increased bacterial endotoxin levels in the blood, a marker for inflammation and gut barrier dysfunction, while no such effect was observed with sucralose-sweetened drinks. The findings suggest that sucralose may be a safer alternative to sucrose in terms of intestinal health and inflammation.
Ginkgo to cut spending, lay off staff after earnings disappointment
Ginkgo Bioworks is looking to cut expenses and personnel in an effort to return to profitability and break even by the end of 2026. The