Shanti Devi Shanti Devi Asked 6 months ago

Is stevia in the raw good for diabetics?

My son has diabetes and is trying to find sugar alternatives. He found something called 'Stevia In The Raw'. Is this specific brand or type of stevia good for diabetics to use?

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Anil Kulkarni Anil Kulkarni Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago
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Yes, it is generally good, but just check the label because 'Stevia in the Raw' contains dextrose which can sometimes affect blood sugar levels.

Tarun Grewal Tarun Grewal Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Man, I use this because I stay awake half the night working and need sweet coffee to survive. It tastes fine and doesn't crash my energy, but don't dump the whole packet at once, it is surprisingly sweet!

Suman Lata Suman Lata Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

My glucose levels went crazy last year, but after switching to Stevia in the Raw for my desserts and tea, my HbA1c has finally come down to 6.2. It really helped me manage my cravings during my recovery phase.

Srinivas Naidu Srinivas Naidu Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

I have been dealing with type 2 diabetes for a decade. Stevia in the Raw is decent, but be aware that it uses dextrose as a bulking agent. If you are very sensitive, I'd suggest looking for pure liquid stevia extract instead.

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Sneha Roy Sneha Roy Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

I was thinking of buying Stevia in the Raw for my diabetic mother, but I read online that the added ingredients might cause small sugar spikes. Has anyone else noticed their sugar levels rising after using this brand? I am a bit worried.

Ramanand Sagar Ramanand Sagar Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

It is a helpful product for diabetes, but remember that diet changes must go hand-in-hand with daily walking and monitoring your blood pressure. Keep visiting your doctor for routine checkups to ensure everything is on track.

Kabir Mehta Kabir Mehta Joined May 2026 6 months ago

My dad has been using this brand for his tea. Honestly, his blood sugar has been totally fine and it didn't cause any spikes. It is a solid sugar replacement, just go for it.

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