Stevia
Scientific Name
Stevia rebaudiana
Also Known As
Benefits
- Zero calories
- Does not affect blood sugar
- Natural sweetener alternative
- Much sweeter than sugar (200-400x)
- May support dental health
- Suitable for diabetics
Common Forms
Safety Notes
Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when purified properly. Some people may experience a bitter aftertaste with certain forms.
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Types of Stevia
The most common steviol glycoside found in stevia, known for less bitterness and clean sweetness profile
A steviol glycoside with improved taste profile, sometimes derived from bioconversion for enhanced sweetness
Another major steviol glycoside with more pronounced bitter aftertaste, often used in blends
Crude extract from stevia leaves containing mixed steviol glycosides, typically 50% rebaudioside A
Ground stevia leaves in powder form, less processed than extracts with natural green color
Stevia leaf extract fermented with Lactobacillus plantarum, producing chlorogenic acid methyl ester (CAME) and enhanced bioactive compounds