subject: Facts About Stevia Side Effects [print this page] You might not be aware about the plant called Stevia. We will discuss some useful facts about it. This is a plant mainly found in central and south America and is a member of the sunflower family which is also known as Asteraceae. There are 240 species of this plant available all over the world. It is also known as the substitute to sugar by the people living in Brazil and Paraguay for approximately 500 years. It has been observed that the extract from this plant is 300 times sweeter than regular sugar. In order to get the better results, you only need one or two leaves of Stevia and this is enough for one or two cups of coffee or tea.
Studies have shown that there are almost no Stevia side effects for the human. However, in some countries and the whole European Union, Stevia is not allowed as food additive. Almost no study has confirmed that there are harmful effects of Stevia so far, if people use it the right way. Also, there have been some experiments with rats and other animals which have shown some toxic reactions. However, the results didn't confirm that Stevia is so harmful that people should stop using it immediately.
You will be surprised to know that Stevia is also used as a healing plant and has already been used as a sweetener for many years. In Japan and Brasilia, the plant has been used in sweets and coke for more than thirty years now. The United States of America approved it at least for diet food. Very probably, there are no significant Stevia Side effects and and more important, no side effects for human beings. However,studys about the plant has been stopped more or less because it's difficult to find somebody who is willing to spend money for running more tests.
Beside of using it as a sweetener, there are lots of other benefits of Stevia. A big advantage is that Stevia doesn't have many of the side effects other sweeteners have. This plant has been into existence for thousands of years in South America. Stevia doesn't influence the blood sugar level of a human being what made the WHO reporting it is save for a use a sweetener substitute. While using this plant, you will be able to get a safe and natural way to stay healthy.
One of its amazing features is that it is completely heat-resistant and water soluble. Hence, Stevia can easily be used for cooking and baking. There are lots of websites on the internet which you can search on and get the complete information about this plant such as growing Stevia at your place. This can be one of the best plants in your garden and you can take advantages of it at any time.
This way you can start your own Stevia production and also lead a healthier life with the plant.
