NeuroCalm Mag

GMOs], artificial colors, artificial sweeteners, or artificial preservatives. Why do you use Stevia in your products?  As you know, the first pillar of The Myers Way® is to remove foods such as sugar, alcohol, and processed foods to help promote gut health. While following the first 30 days of The Myers Way®, I recommend avoiding all sugars, including naturally-derived sweeteners. This is particularly important if you’re addressing gut balance and supporting the gut microbiome. However, if you’ve completed the protocol, you might be ready to enjoy the occasional, naturally sweetened indulgence! I want to set you up for success so I only use naturally-derived sweeteners in my products. “Stevia” is a great natural sweetener used as a sugar substitute.  What is Stevia? Stevia is a sweetener that is derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant which is native to Paraguay and Brazil.  How does "Stevia" compare to other sweeteners? Stevia’s sweetness comes from steviol glycosides, which are between 50 and 300 times as sweet as sugar. It is considered a naturally derived alternative to sugar and artificial sweeteners that may be gentler and more supportive of gut health and balance.  Is Stevia bad for you? There have been a lot of stories about Stevia in the news which has caused some concern about using this ingredient in products and food you consume. The reason “Stevia” has been in the news is that it’s been found that several manufacturers have bulked up their “Stevia” by adding other artificial sweeteners, namely erythritol. We use only pure “Stevia” in our products and none of our products contain erythritol.