Q: Is it okay to use Truvia as a sweetener?

A: Absolutely NOT. (But only if eliminating toxins from your life is a high priority.)

Truvia is stevia “extract”, also known as rebiana, mixed with erythritol, a sugar alcohol, and the dreaded “natural flavors”. Erythritol has mixed reviews as a sweetener, but I have clients that have reactions that include stomach pains, and bloating, so whenever possible, I encourage people to avoid it. “Natural flavors” is the disguise used for soooooo many chemical additives including MSG, which is a known neurotoxin, responsible for headaches, mood changes, dizziness and ringing in the ears.... just a few of the negative side effects from ingesting it.

If you are looking for a toxin-free sweetener, we recommend local honey and Sweet Leaf organic stevia to our clients that want to do better!