Last verified: 43 days ago
Stevia Powder
Also known as: Stevia rebaudiana, steviol glycosides, rebaudioside A, stevioside, sweet leaf
Evidence under review. — Not yet rated
Plant-based sweetener with very limited human trial data; most health claims come from animal studies.
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What it does
Stevia is a natural, zero-calorie sweetener derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant. Animal research suggests it may have liver-protective properties, potentially reducing fibrosis...
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Evidence quality
Evidence base hasn't been formally rated yet. See research below.
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Clinical dose
No established dose (insufficient research data)
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What the Science Says
Stevia is a natural, zero-calorie sweetener derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant. Animal research suggests it may have liver-protective properties, potentially reducing fibrosis by blocking certain molecular pathways involved in scar tissue formation. However, the provided research is limited to animal models and agricultural applications — no human clinical trials were included in this data set.
What It Doesn't Do
Not proven to treat or prevent liver disease in humans. No human evidence it controls blood sugar, lowers blood pressure, or aids weight loss beyond replacing sugar calories. Don't confuse animal lab results with proven human benefits. Not a medicine.
Evidence-Based Benefits
Stevia is a natural, zero-calorie sweetener derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant. Animal research suggests it may have liver-protective properties, potentially reducing fibrosis by blocking certain molecular pathways involved in scar tissue formation. However, the provided research is limited to animal models and agricultural applications — no human clinical trials were included in this data set.
Weak EvidenceEffective at: No established dose (insufficient research data)
Source: auto-research
Absorption & Bioavailability
Unknown — no pharmacokinetic or absorption data available from the provided studies
Red Flags to Watch For
- All health benefit data comes from animal studies only — no human clinical trials provided
- Widely marketed with health claims (blood sugar, weight loss, liver health) that are not supported by the provided human evidence
- Products labeled 'stevia' vary widely — some contain highly processed steviol glycoside extracts, not whole-leaf stevia powder
- Over 1,000 supplement products on the market despite a near-total absence of clinical trial data in this dataset
Products Containing Stevia Powder
See how Stevia Powder is used in these analyzed products:
Research Sources
- PubMed
- NIH DSLD
This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any supplement regimen. Last updated: 2026-04-09