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Stevia is an annual herb. It can be grown from seeds or seedlings.
Seeds may be sown in the soil after the last threat of frost is past in your area, or you may start it earlier (about three to four weeks) indoors.
Once all threat of frost has passed, plant out in the garden, in full to part sun. Stevia will grow happily in a pot on your deck or balcony but needs lots of water if grown this way. Mine was a very bushy and decorative plant and you can plant them "just for show".
Once the plant is starting to bush out you can use the leaves fresh in ice tea and other drinks as a sweetener. At the end of the season, cut the plant and dry for use.
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What are stevia drops?
Stevia drops are the Stevia leaf crystals broken down into liquid form with water. You can get Stevia drops in many flavors as well as just clear. Ask what percentage of Stevia is used before you buy as some companies don't use much Stevia.
Is Stevia with dextrose the same as plain Stevia?
No. Stevia with Dextrose includes Dextrose whereas, plain, pure Stevia should have only Stevia Rebaudiana Bertoni. Now, most Stevia powders have fillers to help with packaging ie. Erythritol and Xylitol, both of which are natural . Watch the ingredients in the brand of Stevia you choose and make sure you know what the fillers are and what percentage of Stevia is in the product. Some may have a lower percentage of Stevia, a higher percentage of filler, as well as unsafe fillers. Stevita Stevia has 95-98 percent of Stevia in their products. See the related link for further information.
Is stevia an effective contraceptive?
No, stevia is not an effective contraceptive.
Is stevia healthy?
Everything is healthy if eaten in moderation. Yes, stevia is healthy. In fact stevia is much healthier than sugar.
What is stevia extract?
Stevia Extract should only consist of Stevia, broken down into liquid form, and natural flavors. www.steviasmart.com
What is the chemical formula for stevia pure?
Stevia ia plant, a mixture - not a compound.The principal components of stevia are stevioside ans rebaudioside.
How many calories in a teaspoon of stevia?
There are 0 calories in a tsp of stevia.
What is the meaning of stevia?
Answer Stevia is the short name for a plant that is reported to have its origins in Paraguay and Brazil. Its real botanical name is, Stevia rebuadiana Bertoni. It is a natural sweetener and people use it in place of sugar. In many languages, the name for the plant translates literally as "sweet leaf". Stevia is a sugar substitute that comes from a plant, and has no calories. <a href="http://globalsteviainstitute.com/consumers/stevia-story/what-is-stevia/">What is Stevia</a>
How do you naturally sweeten food?
Stevia is a herb that is good for sweetening with no sugar and no calories. You can buy it as a powder or liquid or the dried leaves or you can even grow the plant.
What are some suitable substitutes for liquid stevia in baking recipes?
Some suitable substitutes for liquid stevia in baking recipes include powdered stevia, granulated stevia, honey, maple syrup, agave nectar, and monk fruit sweetener.
Is stevia bad for you?
No, Stevia is not bad for you. Actually referred to as "Stevia Rebaudiana Bertoni", it is a natural, perennial herb that has been used for centuries in Paraguay and Southern Brazil. Stevia provides a healthier way to sweeten drinks and food without: fat, sugar, artificial sweeteners or ingredients, gluten, or fructose. Diabetics can use Stevia and many people with allergies have found that Stevia is better in their diets as well.
How many grams of stevia are in a teaspoon?
Approximately 0.5 grams of stevia are in a teaspoon. Keep in mind that the weight can vary depending on factors such as the brand and how finely the stevia is ground.
