Question

which artificial sweetener is very dangerous for individuals with the inherited disease phenylketonuria?

a. saccharin
b. aspartame
c. d-tagatose
d. acesulfame potassium

Explanation:

Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a disorder where the body can't process phenylalanine. Aspartame (an artificial sweetener) breaks down into phenylalanine, which is dangerous for those with PKU. Saccharin, D - Tagatose, and Acesulfame potassium don't have this risk.

Answer:

b. Aspartame