Organic Stevia Extract Powder
What is Organic Stevia Extract Powder?
Organic Stevia Extract Powder is a sweetener derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant, native to South America. The sweet compounds, called steviol glycosides, are extracted from the leaves and then purified.
Is Organic Stevia Extract Powder vegan?
Organic Stevia Extract Powder is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Organic Stevia Extract Powder gluten-free?
Stevia extract is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.
What is Organic Stevia Extract Powder used for?
Manufacturers use it as a zero-calorie sweetener in a variety of food and beverage products.
Is Organic Stevia Extract Powder safe?
Steviol glycosides are Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use as a sweetener.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use it as a zero-calorie sweetener in a variety of food and beverage products. It is commonly found in items like yogurt, powdered drinks, candy, and tabletop sweeteners.
Health notes
Steviol glycosides are Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use as a sweetener. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated steviol glycosides and established acceptable daily intakes. Research suggests that at typical consumption levels, they do not significantly impact blood sugar or insulin levels.
Allergen info
Stevia extract is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.
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