Evidence supporting the use of: Steviol glycosides
For the health condition: Weight Loss

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Steviol glycosides, the active sweetening compounds in the stevia plant (Stevia rebaudiana), are commonly used as non-nutritive sweeteners. Their use for supporting weight loss is primarily based on their ability to provide sweetness without significant caloric content. Several human and animal studies suggest that substituting steviol glycosides for caloric sugars can help reduce overall energy intake, as they do not raise blood glucose or insulin levels and contribute negligible calories to the diet. For example, a 2010 study published in Appetite found that participants consuming stevia-sweetened preloads had lower post-meal glucose and insulin levels compared to those consuming sucrose, and did not compensate by eating more food later in the day. However, the overall impact on body weight in long-term, well-controlled trials is modest, and some reviews note that the benefits are primarily due to sugar reduction rather than a direct effect of stevia itself. There is no strong evidence that steviol glycosides independently induce weight loss beyond their role as a sugar substitute. In summary, while there is scientific rationale and moderate evidence that steviol glycosides can support weight management as part of a calorie-controlled diet, the effect size is generally small and closely tied to reduced sugar intake.

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Other health conditions supported by Steviol glycosides

Diabetes
Hypertension
Sugar Cravings
Weight Loss

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