Stevia
Stevia Information
Stevia is a shrub native to Paraguay, used for thousands of years by the native Guarani Indians. It is a herb with an abundance of positive effects. Stevia nourishes the pancreas and does not raise blood glucose levels, making it beneficial for diabetics. The leaf contains many phytonutrients and trace minerals and is sweeter than sugar with out some of the more common negative side effects. It can sweeten any drink with no calories, no carbohydrates, no tooth decay and is diabetic safe. Since there are no calories or carbohydrates, stevia is an excellent weight loss aid. It does not contains the negative side effects reported with the use of artificial sweeteners including aspartame. Adding stevia to your diet on a regular basis, it has also been reported that it can help minimize hunger sensations, cravings for sweets or fatty foods, aide in digestion, decrease hypertension without effecting normal blood pressure, stabilize blood glucose levels, shorten recovery time from cold and flu and aide in addictions to tobacco and alcohol. When used in toothpaste or mouthwash, cavities and gum disease is reduced due to its antibacterial properties.
FDA Warnings or Notices for Stevia
Uses of Stevia
Stevia supports dieting alongside a proper diet.
