anyone use these sweeteners?

a friend of mine told me about 2 different sweeteners that he and his family use. (neither of them are wls patients) the sweeteners are called stevia and xylitol. has anyone used these and what are your thoughts on them? thanks in advance! Steph

Stevia is a natural plant and works good. You can over sweeten with it so be careful. Any product with tol, tal, etc is a sugar alcohol and I steer clear of them. They can gas you up and some cause diahrrea. Darlene

Hi Steph!!!! I've tried stevia b4~got it at the health food store. Its a little pricey, but it works well. I agree with the above post~you have to be careful and only use a small amount or it will be way too much! Hey, nice to see ya here! I've missed you!!! Hugs, Tracy B

Steph, The xylitol is a Sugar alcohol that does ok. If too much is consumed It becomes a pretty effective Laxative! But with some gas to boot! The Stevia? I use regularly. Stevia Plus FOS is my favorite version. It works best in liquids like Iced Tea, Lemonade and such. I've also used it in oatmeal and that's not great but ok. It takes a little practice to get the amount just right. It can get TOO Sweet in a hurry.... Best Wishes- Dx