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Is stevia a safe sugar substitute?

Medically reviewed by Melissa Nieves, LND Key Takeaways While most people will not experience any problems from consuming ...
What if people could enjoy sweetness without the calories or blood sugar spike? For millions managing diabetes or watching their weight, stevia might be the answer they've been searching for. This ...
The popular zero-calorie sweetener stevia claims to have minimal impact on blood sugar levels. Find out whether it's safe for diabetics. Research suggests that stevia and monk fruit, the natural sugar ...
Stevia is a small, sweet-leaf herb of South American origin and a natural sweetener. The plant is being embraced by many farmers due to its nutritional health benefits. Stevia is the name for more ...
New research shows stevia and similar sweeteners are more popular, and Americans are eating less sugar but experts aren't convinced it's better.
These days it seems everyone is looking to cut back on sugar. That's a great thing, considering the damage excess sugar can do to the body. But we still want to enjoy a sweet treat now and then.