Tag: Stevia overdose

According to the World Health Organization, the acceptable daily intake (ADI) for steviol glycosides is up to 4 milligrams per kilogram of body weight. Consuming significantly more than this, or using less purified forms, could lead to potential side effects that vary by individual and product type.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) for steviol glycosides, the sweet compounds in stevia, is 4 mg per kilogram of body weight per day. This means a 150-pound (70 kg) person would need to consume a significantly large amount of tabletop sweetener packets, roughly 40 per day, to exceed the recommended safety limit.