Stevioside
Another major steviol glycoside with more pronounced bitter aftertaste, often used in blends
Sweeteners
Natural Sweeteners
Research: Moderate
Scientific Name
Stevioside
Classifications
Aftertaste:
pronounced
Purity:
high
Source:
stevia-rebaudiana
Sweetness:
high
Type:
steviol-glycoside
Benefits
- Zero calories
- Does not affect blood sugar
- Natural sweetener alternative
- Much sweeter than sugar (200-400x)
- May support dental health
- Suitable for diabetics
Specific Properties
- 250-300 times sweeter than sugar
- More bitter than rebaudioside compounds
- Often blended with other glycosides
- Traditional stevia component
- Lower cost than rebaudioside 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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About Stevia
A natural, zero-calorie sweetener derived from the leaves of Stevia rebaudiana, containing steviol glycosides that are significantly sweeter than sugar
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