Steviol glycosides in Maaza: Does it cause early puberty and infertility?

Health By Sumit Jha Sep 23, 2024 Read the article

While buying a ₹10 Maaza packet or 125 ml Maaza, people will find this written on the back of the packet – “THIS CONTAINS STEVIOL GLYCOSIDES.”

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While Steviol glycosides are being used as non-calorie sweeteners, messages being spread on social media say it could lead to early puberty for girls and infertility for men.

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Steviol glycosides are natural sweeteners, derived from the leaves of Stevia Rebaudiana and responsible for the sweet taste and commonly used as a sugar substitute.

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Steviol glycosides can be 30 to 320 times sweeter than sucrose, depending on its type.

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Steviol glycosides, while generally considered safe and beneficial as natural sweeteners, may have potential negative impact.

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There is no clear evidence that steviol glycosides cause early puberty or infertility in humans.

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The available research suggests steviol glycosides are generally well-tolerated and safe for consumption.

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