Organic Steviol Glycosides

Organic steviol glycosides are a group of sweet compounds extracted from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant. The extraction process typically involves water or alcohol to isolate the sweet compounds, which are then purified and sometimes further processed to create different forms of stevia sweeteners.

These compounds are used as high-intensity, zero-calorie sweeteners in a wide variety of food and beverage products. Manufacturers add them to reduce sugar and calorie content while maintaining sweetness in items like powdered drinks, baked goods, and protein supplements.

Steviol glycosides are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as sweeteners. Both the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated steviol glycosides and found them safe for consumption within acceptable daily intake levels. Research has not shown significant adverse health effects from consuming steviol glycosides at typical dietary levels.