The Effects of Stevia Consumption on Gut Bacteria: Friend or Foe?

The Effects of Stevia Consumption on Gut Bacteria: Friend or Foe?

Stevia, a zero-calorie sugar substitute, is recognized as safe by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). In vitro and in vivo studies showed that stevia has antiglycemic action and antioxidant effects in adipose tissue and the vascular wall, reduces blo...

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Main Authors: Arezina N. Kasti, Maroulla D. Nikolaki, Kalliopi D. Synodinou, Konstantinos N. Katsas, Konstantinos Petsis, Sophia Lambrinou, Ioannis A. Pyrousis, Konstantinos Triantafyllou
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-03-01
Series:Microorganisms
Subjects:
<i>Stevia rebaudiana</i>
stevioside
gut microbiota
bacteria
fecal flora
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/10/4/744

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