Is stevia safe during pregnancy??

Faithhope · Sep 13, 2015

Hi everyone,

I am GD with early pregnancy. It happened during my first pregnancy too and then my bg was normal and i was non diabetic but with second pregnancy again found out i am GD.

I am having stevia as supplement. Is it ok to have stevia during pregnancy??

Thanks all

catherinecherub · Sep 13, 2015

According to this article from NHS,

Extensive research has been done on steviol glycosides, involving both humans and animals. After analysing all the available evidence, the EFSA's reviewing panel concluded that steviol glycosides are not carcinogenic, toxic or pose a risk to pregnancy or children.

Acceptable daily intake: 4mg/kg body weight.
http://www.nhs.uk/livewell/goodfood/pages/are-stevia-plant-extracts-safe.aspx

notafanofsugar · Sep 21, 2015

It appears it's safe during pregnancy - although always good to exercise moderation!

GrLittle · Jan 29, 2016

That's good to hear as I take stevia now instead of sugar.

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