What aspartame is and why you should stay away from it

Aspartame can be found in many diet sodas and sugar free candies. The makers of these products claim that they are healthier because they contain few calories and less sugar than that of their normal products. But is aspartame actually healthier?

This article explains what aspartame is, known side effects associated with consuming, and how these side effects occur: http://www.buzzle.com/editorials/4-11-2006-93270.asp.