Stevia: the pros and cons of natural sugar substitute

Know all about stevia. In our conditions this is an indoor plant with sweet leaves. The leaves are used as a natural sugar substitute. In the use of the leaves in the mouth is bitter. Some do not like it.

The industry has mastered the production of products of stevia, which have no taste. All kinds of such products (powders, liquids, tablets) are used since we use regular sugar. We must bear in mind that stevia is sweeter than sugar so you need less.





Advantages of stevia

 

Stevia — a natural remedy. It may contain natural antioxidants that can protect against tumors.

From stevia is not fattening — its glycemic index is zero. This means that it can be used, for example, in weight loss diets. Such diets are transferred more easily when something sweet is allowed.

Because stevia improves the function of insulin, and even lowers the blood sugar level, it can be used in small amounts in diabetic nutrition.

 

Now about the "cons" of stevia

 

In experiments with animals, stevia caused reproductive problems. But can the results obtained be transferred to humans is unknown. More research is needed. But the women, expecting a child, it is better not to use stevia.

The researchers noticed in animals receiving stevia, some changes in the digestive tract that can cause cancer. Therefore, the researchers recommend caution to use stevia as a sweetener.

Some people experience digestive problems after stevia. Possible nausea and flatulence.





Thosewho are allergic to such plants as chrysanthemums, marigolds and daisies, you may experience problems with stevia.

Excessive consumption of stevia can lower the level of glucose in the blood so much that diabetics can cause hypoglycemia.

Those who are taking medication for diabetes or regulating blood pressure should use stevia with caution, because stevia can disrupt the effects of the drugs.

Some people experience side effects such as numbness, dizziness, pain in different parts of the body.

In General, in small doses, stevia does not cause any problems for most healthy people. And what effect dose a little more, and when health problems are unpredictable.

 

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So far been a lack of quality studies regarding the safety of stevia. The research was conducted on rats and the results cannot always be transferred to the people.

It is therefore safer to use stevia in moderation. A Cup of morning coffee with stevia is enough, experts say.published

 

The materials are for informational purposes. Remember, self-life-threatening, for advice regarding the use of any medicines and methods of treatment, contact your doctor.

 

P. S. And remember, only by changing their consumption — together we change the world! ©

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