I think we already know that the artificial sweeteners are bad for you. We all have to go from something though right? I personally can't do many of the diet drinks that have the stevia or whatever it is in them because they all have a similar tainted taste to me. I read one time that some people are more sensitive to the taste from artificial sweeteners than others. I am guessing I am one of those people. I am glad you found something you enjoy though. I agree sometimes plain water can just be so blah...