Benefits
Diabetes: Stevia does not have calories or carbohydrates. It also has no effect on blood glucose or insulin response. This allows people with diabetes to eat a wider variety of foods and comply with a healthful meal plan.
Weight control: Stevia can replace sugar in a diet to manage weight. It contains no sugar and very few calories. It can be a part of a well-balanced diet to help to reduce energy intake without sacrificing taste.
Lowers Blood pressure: Glycosides component present in stevia extract dilates the blood vessels. It has cardiotonic actions that normalize the blood pressure and regulate the heartbeat. It can also increase the sodium excretion and urine output.
Pancreatic cancer: Stevia contains many antioxidant compounds and sterols (kaempferol), it reduces the risk of pancreatic cancer.
Lowers Cholesterol Levels: Consumption of stevia leads to a significant reduction in bad cholesterol, triglyceride and LDL levels. It increases the level of HDL, which is healthy cholesterol and is essential for good lipid profile.
Oral Health: It reduces the bacterial formation in the mouth, which makes it an additive for toothpaste & mouthwashes. It also prevents cavities and gingivitis.
Skin Care: Stevia is effective for skin conditions like eczema and dermatitis. Topical application inhibits the spread of bacteria and acts as a steroid in these situations, making it a popular option for many people who can’t get relief from these conditions.
Prevents Osteoporosis: Stevia, unlike sugar, increases the calcium metabolism and increases the bone mineral density and treats osteoporosis
Other Benefits: Stevia is also known to possess anti-hyperglycemic, anti-diarrheal, antihypertensive, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and immune-modulatory actions.
