0
Stevia
Stevia is a plant derived sweetener. The level of sweetness is much more potent than sugar.
302 Questions
How many calories in a teaspoon of stevia?
Asked by Wiki User
There are 0 calories in a tsp of stevia.
Is stevia an approved FDA alternative sweetener?
Asked by Wiki User
Not necessarily. Whole leaf and crude Stevia extracts are currently not considered GRAS (generally recognized as safe) and have not been approved as food additives.
Only specific manufacturers of the highly refined extracts (Rebaudioside A) have been given GRAS status. These companies and products are listed on FDA's website under "GRAS Notices."
What is stevia extract?
Asked by Wiki User
Stevia Extract should only consist of Stevia, broken down into liquid form, and natural flavors. www.steviasmart.com
Years ago you read about a seed from a Mexican plant which was used as a sweetener NOT STEVIA Any one know what it is?
Asked by Wiki User
I don't know if this is the information you are looking for but it might be helpful. There is a cactus plant from Mexico called the blue agave plant. It is related to the lily and is usually found with cactus but it is not a cactus plant. It was considered a sacred plant but it is said that when the Spaniards arrived, they used it to make Tequila. However, manufacturers have found that it is naturally sweet and makes a wonderful replacement for sugar. It is 10% glucose and 90% fructose (a natural form). It does have calories but it is considered a low glycemic index food -- a food that doesn't stimulate insulin production. Hope this helps.
Can large quantities of stevia be used in making cookies?
Asked by Wiki User
Stevia natural sweetner is very, very sweet you might want to find a recipe that does substitutions. Maybe in a health store.
