Does Stevia Contain Heavy Metals? Separating Fact from Fear
                                
                                
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                                While the *Stevia rebaudiana* plant can absorb heavy metals from its environment, extensive purification processes are used to ensure the safety of commercial high-purity steviol glycoside sweeteners. Regulatory bodies impose strict limits on contaminants to protect consumers.