http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2006/05/20/consider-the-source-when-seeking-advice-especially-from-splenda.aspxA recent study showed that if children consume fewer calories per day, and walk an additional 2,000 steps, it could help them prevent weight gain. However, the study was funded by McNeil Nutritionals, the manufacturers of the sugar substitute SplendaenCommunityServer 2008.5 SP1 (Build: 31106.3070)