Research: Stevia has the potential to improve liver health

According to a new study, a common sweetener called stevioside has been linked to the potential improvement of a common condition called fatty liver. The study came from the Children ’s Hospital of Los Angeles and experts evaluated the effects of this sugar substitute on liver health. According to the results of the study, a clinical trial is underway to further evaluate the effect.

Sugar is thought to be associated with many health problems, from the development of type 2 diabetes to certain types of cancer. Similarly, excessive sugar consumption may also promote the development of obesity and stimulate the development of diseases such as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. For these reasons, many people turn to synthetic and natural sugar substitutes, the latter of which includes stevia, a sweetener extracted from plants. This new study examines how these sweeteners may affect liver health, including their potential to reduce signs of liver disease.

The study involved a preclinical model for testing stevia extract and sucralose, two commonly used sweeteners commonly used in desserts and sweet drinks. The researchers found that compared to sugar, stevia can improve the markers associated with fatty liver and reduce glucose levels. In addition, it can reduce the amount of fat and fibrosis in the liver. According to research leader Rohit Kohli, these positive effects may be due to changes in gut bacteria and reduced cell pressure. However, more research is necessary, which is also the significance of clinical trials.