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Could the sweetener stevia be a bowel irritant in certain individuals?

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Stevia: It is not a common cause of bowel irritation but it could happen. I suggest that you get a small supply and see that it is OK. If it turns out not to be OK, you will probably get back to normal soon after you stop taking it.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 12/18/2014

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