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hlthe2b

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2. For those who were bamboozled by Truvia product claims by Cargill & Coca Cola...

Reply to appalachiablue (Original post)

Sun Aug 25, 2024, 01:51 PM

Aug 2024

Truvia(TM) contains erythritol and is not pure stevia, despite claims that suggest otherwise. While the former helped prevent clumping and aftertaste for some, it was added specifically so that they could trademark it.

If you want pure Stevia in a commercial form (rather than growing it yourself), Sweetleaf is the only commercial product I know that fits the bill--albeit there could be some non-branded products.

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Chem Sweetener Erythritol Links, Higher Risk Stroke, Heart Attack; Aspartame Sweetener, Cancer Risk [View all] appalachiablue Aug 2024 OP

I went and checked my stevia packets Doc Sportello Aug 2024 #1

See my post below. hlthe2b Aug 2024 #3

Totally understand. I just added a WHO report on Aspartame & cancer risks, it's appalachiablue Aug 2024 #5

For those who were bamboozled by Truvia product claims by Cargill & Coca Cola... hlthe2b Aug 2024 #2

TY, wouldn't trust Cargill for sure. I just added a WHO link, *Aspartame, cancer risk.. appalachiablue Aug 2024 #6

I have never drank diet sodas nor used artificial sugars kimbutgar Aug 2024 #4

You're smart, and healthy! Thanks for replying. appalachiablue Aug 2024 #7

And Xylitol and all the other 'itols Clouds Passing Aug 2024 #8

Sadly, if you're diabetic, like me, anything with sugar in it will have an even longer list of how it will kill you. BamaRefugee Aug 2024 #9

Splenda does not have erythritol wishstar Aug 2024 #10

Thanks BamaRefugee Aug 2024 #11