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Stevia-derived Rebaudioside A improves liver steatosis, fibrosis, and glucose metabolism in NAFLD/NASH models by modulating gut microbiota and reducing oxidative stress.
For individuals with NAFLD or NASH, using Stevia (specifically Rebaudioside A) as a sweetener replacement for sugar may improve liver health, reducing fat accumulation and fibrosis, and improving glucose metabolism. This is achieved through positive changes in gut microbiota and reduced oxidative stress.
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However, compared to fructose and sucrose, Rebaudioside A significantly improved liver enzymes, liver steatosis, and liver fibrosis.
Why this rating
Based on a murine model study cited in a review paper; human data is limited or mixed.
Source
The Effect of Bioactive Aliment Compounds and Micronutrients on Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Camelia Munteanu et al. · Antioxidants · 2023
DOI 10.3390/antiox12040903
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