Some Sugar Substitutes Linked to Faster Cognitive Decline

A recent study published in the journal Neurology suggests that consuming artificial sweeteners may accelerate brain aging by over 1.5 years. The research, conducted by a team of medical researchers  in Brazil, examined the effects of artificial sweeteners on cognitive decline. The study analyzed data from nearly 13,000 people aged 35 to 75 over an eight-year period.

They discovered that people who consumed the highest amounts of the sweeteners experienced faster declines in thinking and memory skills compared to those who consumed the lowest amounts.

The sweeteners studied included aspartame, saccharin, acesulfame-K, erythritol, xylitol, and sorbitol.

The study found that the effects were more pronounced in individuals under 60 and those with diabetes. The study is observational and does not prove causation, but it raises important questions about the long-term impact of artificial sweeteners on brain health. 

Time to Celebrate: Yankee Aaron Judge Wins His Third MVP Award 

Burger King’s New Honey Mustard Royal Crispy Chicken Sandwich

Burger King offers a new twist on their BK Royal Crispy Chicken Sandwich lineup with the official launch of the new Honey Mustard BK Royal Crispy Chicken Sandwich nationwide.

The Honey Mustard BK Royal Crispy Chicken Sandwich features a crispy white meat breast fillet topped with honey mustard, creamy Swiss cheese, crispy bacon, lettuce and juicy tomatoes on a toasted potato bun.

While prices may vary, the new sandwich costs $9.09 at many local Burger Kings.

New York Giants Fire Head Coach Brian Daboll

What were the odds of losing games in which the Giants had leads against the Cowboys, Saints, Broncos, and Bears? It proved to be Daboll’s undoing Monday.

After the Giants loss to Denver — in which the team blew a lead in the closing minutes — reports swirled that team owner John Mara wanted to fire Daboll then. But reportedly cooler heads prevailed at that time, and the coach’s job was spared. Yet another loss of that same variety was too much and Daboll was sent packing.

Bears Rally to Beat Giants

The Giants led 17-7 late in the third quarter and 17-10 entering the fourth quarter but could not hang on.

Veteran Russell Wilson took over but couldn’t sustain the offense, and Chicago took advantage. Caleb Williams led back-to-back touchdown drives late in the fourth, including a 2-yard pass to Rome Odunze and a 17-yard scramble to the end zone that gave the Bears their first lead since the opening quarter.

The Giants’ final drive stalled near midfield, sealing their fourth straight loss and dropping them to 2–8 on the season. The Bears are 6-3.