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If you are trying to cut back on added sugar — and you should, because excess sugar increases risks for obesity, diabetes, and heart disease — you might be tempted by products advertised as low sugar, ...

Enter: stevia, a popular natural plant extract that can be used as a sweetener in place of sugar. Research has shown diets high in added sugar to be linked to several health issues including obesity, ...

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The claim: Artificial sweeteners can raise blood sugar. The facts: It seems like common sense that foods labeled "sugar free" would have no effect on sugar levels in the blood. But sometimes they do.

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Many popular sweeteners, marketed as healthy alternatives, may pose health risks if consumed excessively. While offering ...