Stevia
Avoid Stevia
Stevia rebaudiana
Sweet leaf
Sugar leaf
Avoid, there have been reported cases of kidney failure from taking too much stevia. Detrimental to PKD/PLD. If used very sparingly, 4-5 grains, stevia can be an effective sweetening agent. If used in great quantities, it is harmful to the kidneys; and may induce kidney toxicity specifically at the proximal convoluted tubules. This herb is to be used with great caution in kidney disease and only in very very tiny amounts. The leaves of the stevia plant is known as sweet leaf tea in some countries. Since 2008 stevia has been approved as a food additive by the FDA. Take your time and read ingredient labels carefully. Stevia is high in oxalates, has an aftertaste, often contains other ingredients, and it taxes the adrenals.
