The last time I had a headache this severe was eight years ago while flying to Europe. In order to calm my nerves, I had two small glasses of rum with diet Coke (aspartame) prior to flying. After we landed, I was sick as a dog. I had the worst headache of my life and was physically ill for two days. I believe this had to do with the chemical reaction between mixing the aspartame and alcohol. I tried it again a few months later, and got a headache and neck ache again. This is too much of a coincidence.

I have taken aspartame over the years without any side effects, or at least without headaches. I have also taken Splenda without headaches. The only thing that makes sense is that I cannot mix these chemicals, or I have to watch out the amount ingested.

Anyway, today I have decided to use regular sugar.  This evening my headache seems to have subsided. I am writing this to try and help anyone else who may be experiencing the same headaches. Perhaps if they discontinue their use of these things, or take a break from the artificial sweeteners, they will see an improvement, too."

Thank you L.B. for sharing your story with our visitors.

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