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Old 04-18-2013  
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Default Is Stevia ok for me now that I'm pregnant?

I'm cutting the sugars off my diet now that I'm pregnant and ready to give birth soon. I'm wondering, is Stevia ok for pregnant moms like me? I know that it's a natural sweetener, but is everything natural good for expecting moms? Just a thought...
 
Old 04-21-2013  
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Default Re: Is Stevia ok for me now that I'm pregnant?

Good to hear you're watching what you eat now. Well, I guess it's fine, considering the fact that it's a natural one. Just make sure to watch the quantity of you're consuming as well.
 
Old 04-21-2013  
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That I'm not sure of. All I know is that Stevia is a natural sweetener and is also used to prevent pregnancies.
 
Old 04-21-2013  
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Default Re: Is Stevia ok for me now that I'm pregnant?

I guess it's fine in moderation. Be very careful in what you eat, whether it's a natural or an organic one as there are complications rooted in being overweight while pregnant.
 
Old 04-27-2013  
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On what I have read, it seems it is still unconfirmed. Check this: http://natural-fertility-info.com/do...fertility.html
 
Old 04-27-2013  
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I often hear Stevia among my friends who go on a diet. It's good I guess as it's natural. If it's natural then perhaps it's safe for you being pregnant and all. Just my two cents.
 
Old 05-05-2013  
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I guess it's fine coz it's organic. The thing is, I've heard that a small amount of Stevia could make food sweeter so it's a great thing to be consuming something sweet for less so you'll not gain too much weight. Better to discuss with your obstetrician about the "amount" of Stevia that you should be taking.
 
Old 05-05-2013  
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I guess it's fine coz it's organic. The thing is, I've heard that a small amount of Stevia could make food sweeter so it's a great thing to be consuming something sweet for less so you'll not gain too much weight. Better to discuss with your obstetrician about the "amount" of Stevia that you should be taking.
I totally agree. It's the amount that may be determine if it's safe for you while pregnant.
 
Old 05-11-2013  
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I tried using Stevia on some of my meals when I was pregnant. This is safe. Then again I agree with the PPs above. If the amount you're using is just too much, then perhaps it's equally dangerous with its non-organic counterparts.
 
Old 05-11-2013  
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I had a cup of Starbucks coffee the other day. It got Stevia! *yum-yum*
 
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