Stevia And Calcium Carbonate

Stevia is a sweetener derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant. The sweet compounds, called steviol glycosides, are extracted and purified. Calcium carbonate is a mineral naturally found in rocks and shells, often used as a food additive.

Stevia is used as a zero-calorie sweetener in a variety of foods and beverages, including energy bars, baked goods, and drinks. Calcium carbonate can be used as a calcium supplement, an anti-caking agent, or a colorant. In combination, they can provide sweetness and nutritional fortification.

Steviol glycosides from stevia have been evaluated by the FDA and are Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use as sweeteners. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has also established an acceptable daily intake for steviol glycosides. Calcium carbonate is a common source of dietary calcium and is also considered safe by the FDA. Neither ingredient has specific upper intake limits set by the US National Academies for typical dietary consumption.