November 08, 2015Nutrition
How Safe are Stevia Products?

Here are a few questions to ask yourself when shopping:
- How is it processed?
- Where does it comes from?
- Does it have fillers?
Some contain fillers and binders, that help with bitter taste and increase sweetness. Make sure there is no maltodextrin, or GMO erythritol, inulin, and even cane sugars.
Most producers are sugar giants that are in association with big corporations in the soft drink business. The market is flooded with Stevia from China and not from Peru or South America like they suggest. There's nothing wrong with China, just watch if they tell the truth where it comes from.
If you are concerned about making the wrong decision, try growing your own - it certainly takes the worry out of it!
Be well,
Dr. Motley