Benefits and contraindications to stevia

The homeland of the herb stevia, the name of which translates as "honey herb", is South America. It belongs to the perennial herbaceous plants of the Asteraceae family.

We all know that any medicinal plant or product has both beneficial properties and contraindications for use.

Is there such a contraindication to stevia?

It turns out that he is not. This is such a useful herb that it is worthwhile to dwell on its description in more detail.

• Stevia is almost 300 times sweeter than the sugar we know. But if there are a lot of calories in sugar, then in stevia, their amount is minimal. Therefore, today this sugar substitute can be found in many dietary foods. Those people who switched from sugar to stevia, note that they have a decrease in the need to eat a lot of sweets and fatty foods, and this is important in the fight against excess weight.
• Stevia herb also has medicinal properties. It has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects, lowers cholesterol and glucose levels in the blood, improves metabolism, and strengthens the immune system. Stevia contains a large amount of trace elements and vitamins.
• The use of stevia does not destroy teeth, does not allow bacteria in the mouth to multiply, therefore it began to be used in the production of toothpastes, mouth rinses.
• Stevia slows down the processes of wear and tear of the body.
• There is no contraindication to stevia even for young children. Therefore, instead of harmful sugar, which contributes to the occurrence of diathesis and allergic reactions in children, stevia can be safely included in their diet.