Stevia Plant and Flower My Blog Tweet this morning:  “Stevia may be linked to genetic mutations in lab animals.” In its natural form? My doubt provokes research http://tinyurl.com/6k82ha In this linked article, it was stated that “Stevia may be linked to genetic mutations in lab animals.” This statement provokes this blog post that has required a little bit of research.  I’ve read for several years now that stevia failed the FDA as a safe sugar substitute and was then approved only as a dietary supplement.  Herbie folks (those that follow and study herbs) all asked the question why?  Most answered the question that it was really politics and money.  We…