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Sugar Swap Smackdown: Stevia Cookies vs. Regular Cookies — Can You Have Your Cake (and Eat It Too)?

I FIND COOKIES TO BE A DELICIOUS (but sometimes regrettable) indulgence. I crave the sweet satisfaction but worry about the sugar spike and potential weight gain.

But what if I could enjoy one of my favorite treats (a node to a well-made chocolate shake or mousse) without guilt?

A novel research investigation explores the potential of stevia, a natural sweetener, as a game-changer in the cookie world.

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In this brief essay, I will explore a new study examining if swapping sugar for stevia in biscuits would affect appetite and blood sugar levels.

For those of us with a sweet tooth, cookies are a delicious indulgence that often comes with a side of guilt.

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I crave the satisfying sweetness, but the looming blood sugar spike and potential weight gain can leave me conflicted.

I know, I know: I am overthinking.

But what if there was a way to enjoy our favorite treat without the downside?

Stevia, A…