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Stevia is a South American herb that was used by the Paraguayan Guarani people for centuries as a sweetener in their herbal drinks. They called it the “sweet herb” or “sweet leaf.” In many parts of South America, it has long been used in yerba mate and teas, and also in medicines. It acts as a tonic.
The two primary steviol glycoside compounds in stevia that make it so sweet are rebaudioside A and stevioside. These go to make stevia up to 300 times sweeter than cane sugar. As a completely natural sweetener, stevia is now a commonly marketed alternative to both cane (sucrose) sugar and artificial sugar. It is sold all over the world with Japan being the largest consumer. Stevia was first used as a popular sweetener in the United States in the 1980s. It is generally labeled a dietary supplement, though extracted rebaudioside A is now accepted under the more restrictive label GRAS (generally regarded as safe) as a food additive.
Though some controversy remains regarding stevia, its recognized health benefits include: It is an immunomodulator (helping to modulate the immune system), and provides blood sugar support—it balances and lowers blood sugar, so is anti-hyperglycemic, making it safe for diabetics. It does not add calories to the diet. It also helps lower blood pressure, supports the kidneys, promotes diuretic activity, and is anti-inflammatory, anti-hypertensive, anti-diarrheal, and shows high antioxidant activity.
Our stevia is a premium certified organic grade from Paraguay with biologically active and full spectrum components, including a balance of steviol glycosides Stevioside and Rebaudioside A. It was award-winning at the Paris Natural Foods Show. For flavor enhancement, use when sweetness is desired. It is very concentrated, so use sparingly, in any variety of dessert recipes, ice cream, beverages, smoothies teas, chocolates, and porridge or oatmeal.
Additional Information
Size: 2-ounce fluid extract in a glass bottle with a dropper
Suggested Use: Approximately 1/3 dropper per quart, 2–4 drops per 8 oz glass. Very concentrated; use sparingly.
