stevia tomentosa/obesity

Stevia is considered as a novel molecule, because it is 100% natural and non caloric sweetener, with more sweetness than sucrose, without any adverse effects. It also demonstrates multiple benefits like anti-plaque effect, anti-diabetic effect, anti-periodontophatics properties, anti-hypertensive

The study is a three-arm crossover trial involving participants attending the Lab on 3 different occasions (separated by 3-5 day washout period), where they will be administered water, sugar solution (65g), water and stevia extract (5g) solution. The solution will be followed by a consumption of a

Excess consumption of caloric sweeteners contributes to the alarming rates of overweight and obesity, whereas non-nutritive sweeteners (NNS) are non-caloric alternatives offering sensory and health benefits. NNS are widely used to moderate energy intake and postprandial glycaemia, but there is

Expected time in this study will be approximately 24 hours spread over the course of one initial screening visit and three test days during which you complete food tests at the Pennington Center. Screening visit (Duration is 3 hours) - You will initially be asked to fill out psychological