And even if you were to find the two or three faulty studies out there that I've already read and dismissed, I'll maintain that the overwhelming evidence that cane sugar and high fructose corn syrup is exponentially more harmful, as well as generally disgusting, and also high in calories, is grounds for accepting artificial sweeteners as a lower risk alternative to sweet beverages which i choose to enjoy. And yes I know how much better it is to stick to only plain water, which i consume every day and at least a gallon a day.