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A member asked:
Can stevia cause cavities ? (sweet leaf the only sugar substitute from a plant not made of chemicals)
5 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Haven't read anythin: Ibhavent thing anything in the literature that states stevia being related to cavities.
Answered 9/28/2016
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No: Studies have shown that stevia does not promote tooth decay.
Answered 9/28/2016
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No: Although stevia is actually sweeter than sugar, there is no evidence that it causes cavities. Enjoy a a stevia sweet treat without dental cavities being a worry!
Answered 3/7/2017
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No: The research that has been done shows that stevia does not contribute to cavities and may actually help prevent them.
Answered 10/24/2012
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What are some negative effects of taking sugar substitutes such as stevia?
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