Although stevia does not raise blood sugar, the ingredient dextrose, for example, does. Dextrose has a glycemic index of 100, which means it has a significant impact on blood sugar.

Artificial sweeteners are synthetic chemicals that make things taste sweet without any extra calories. They’re found everywhere, from diet soft drinks and desserts to microwave meals and cakes.

Ice cream is a beloved treat, but for people with hypertension (also known as high blood pressure), traditional recipes ...