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Does stevia lead to tooth decay?

April 26, 2017decay lead Stevia tooth

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Does stevia lead to tooth decay?

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NO. Several studies have shown that neither Stevioside nor Rebaudioside-A is cariogenic [cavity causing]. It appears that the sweet components within the stevia plant that impart its sweetness are not fermentable and have antibacterial properties, and thus do not cause tooth cavities.