```dv dv.paragraph(("https://jimr.fyi/" + dv.currentFilePath.replace(/\.md$/, "").replace(/ /g, "+"))) ``` Here’s a refined table with the additional impact categories you requested. For the quantitative metric, I’ll use a 0-10 scale, where 0 = no concern and 10 = high concern for the average person. The qualitative column will describe what is potentially affected (e.g., gastrointestinal, inflammation, etc.). ### Updated Sweetener Comparison Table | **Sweetener** | **Calories (per tsp)** | **Flavor** | **Known Health Risks** | **Health Concerns** | **Concern Metric (0-10)** | **Qualitative Impact** | |----------------------|------------------------|-------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------|------------------------| | **Monk Fruit** | 0 | Clean, fruity sweetness, no aftertaste | None known | May contain sugar alcohols like erythritol (can cause bloating) | 2 | GI (bloating, gas) | | **Stevia** | 0 | Sweet with a bitter/metallic aftertaste | None known | High doses may affect gut flora; potential for GI discomfort | 4 | GI, Microbiome | | **Sugar** | 16 | Classic sweetness, no aftertaste | Weight gain, diabetes, tooth decay | Increases blood sugar, leads to insulin resistance, promotes inflammation | 8 | Insulin Resistance, Blood Sugar, Inflammation, Tooth/Gums | | **Aspartame** | 0 | Sweet with slightly artificial aftertaste | Unsafe for people with PKU | Potential link to headaches, debated cancer risk in high doses | 5 | Headaches, Cancer (debated) | | **Sucralose (Splenda)**| 0 | Similar to sugar, some find it too sweet | None known | May alter gut microbiome; potential harmful by-products when heated | 6 | Microbiome, GI | | **Saccharin** | 0 | Sweet with metallic aftertaste | Previously linked to cancer in animals (deemed safe now) | Allergic reactions, potential headaches | 3 | Headaches, Cancer (debated) | | **Acesulfame K** | 0 | Strong sweetness, bitter aftertaste | None known | Animal studies suggest potential cancer risk | 6 | Cancer (debated) | | **Erythritol** | 0.2 | Sweet but cooling sensation, no aftertaste| None known | GI distress in large amounts (bloating, gas) | 4 | GI | | **Xylitol** | 10 | Sweet with a slight cooling effect | Toxic to dogs | Can cause digestive issues like gas or diarrhea | 5 | GI, Tooth/Gums | | **Honey** | 21 | Rich, distinct flavor | Not safe for infants due to botulism risk | High in sugar, can lead to blood sugar spikes and tooth decay | 7 | Blood Sugar, Tooth/Gums | | **Agave Syrup** | 21 | Sweet, neutral flavor | None known | High in fructose, which can lead to insulin resistance and liver issues | 7 | Insulin Resistance, Blood Sugar, Inflammation | | **High Fructose Corn Syrup** | 17 | Similar to sugar, slightly stronger sweetness | Obesity and metabolic issues | Linked to insulin resistance, liver fat, inflammation | 9 | Insulin Resistance, Inflammation, Blood Sugar |