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What is Stevia
Stevia is a remarkable herb known for its naturally sweet taste, offering zero calories, carbohydrates, and glycemic index.
With a sweetness level 200 to 450 times greater than sugar, Stevia has been utilized for centuries by South Americans, particularly in Brazil and Paraguay, as an exceptional enhancer.
Today, it is commercially cultivated and celebrated worldwide as a superior alternative to artificial sweeteners like aspartame, Splenda, and xylitol. Stevia stands out as a powerful choice for those aiming to enhance health, effectively managing blood sugar, preventing hypertension, treating skin conditions, avoiding tooth decay, and Candida.
Stevia is rapidly establishing itself as a remarkable sweetening agent worldwide.
In Japan alone, approximately 50 tons of stevioside are consumed each year, highlighting its popularity. In Canada and the United States, purified stevia extract is recognized as a food additive, and in December 2008, the US Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) confirmed it as generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for general sweetening use. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JEFCA), with the United Nations and World Health Organization, has validated its safety for sweetening foods and beverages, even setting a permanent Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) level.
Furthermore, in November 201, Health Canada officially included Stevia on its list of approved sweet for use as both a tabletop option and in specific food categories. Moreover, research shows that Stevia also functions as a natural antiviral and antibacterial agent. It out as an excellent sweetener choice for diabetics and individuals on restrictive diets, including those managing Hepatitis C.
As a natural sweetening agent, it effectively tricks the body into feeling, helping to diminish sugar cravings and reduce caloric intake. Additionally, it supports appetite suppression without the need for stimulant-based products.