While the United States has only been continuously using artificial sweeteners since the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Nutrasweet in 1981, other cultures have been using sugar ...

Stevia is plant based and contains zero calories, but experts weigh in on whether it’s really better for you than sugar. It’s FDA-approved as safe—but moderation matters. While stevia may offer some ...

It's no secret that limiting sugar intake can improve your health. The CDC reports that too much added sugar—most commonly consumed through sugar-sweetened beverages—can increase a person's risk of ...

Whether you have diabetes or just want to avoid blood sugar spikes, here’s what the research says about the best sugar ...

Dear Dr. Roach: In a recent column, you OK’d stevia, which I had heard could negatively impact our microbiomes. I am borderline prediabetic, and I had stopped using stevia accordingly. However, I hate ...

Research in mice suggests that a derivative of stevia could make up for hair loss drug minoxidil's shortcomings.

Dear M.M.: I wish I could give you an answer that everyone would agree with, but the literature is conflicting. I found a well-done trial from 2024 showing that there were no significant changes in ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. DEAR DR. ROACH: In a recent column, you OK’d stevia, which I had heard could ...