Stevida

Today, using the word "Stevia", we refer to both the plant and its components, even though just some of them have sweetening properties. Steviol glycosides are the real sweetening components that are extracted by dessication and purification of Stevia leaves. Among these, Rebaudioside-A is the one with the best sensory profile together with an high sweetening power.
Therefore, Stevia extracts are 100% natural, calorie free and they have zero on the glycemic index. These are the reasons why Stevia is suitable for diabetics and for the current trend towards healthty and natural food. Moreover, Stevia extracts represent the best alternative to sugar. Much research has confirmed the total harmlessness of Stevia towards human health. According to FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and FAO/WHO is suitable for all the family members...

Stevia Rebaudiana is a small tender perennial native to Central America, in particular in Brazil and Paraguay area. It is a shrub that grows in sandy places and it reaches 80cm in height in full maturation. It has elongated green leaves with a serrated edge, its flowers are small and white...

Erythritol is a polyol that occurs naturally in some fruit and fermented foods. It is used as a natural sweetener since it is calorie-free, but with a good taste without aftertaste...

Analyzing the chemical composition of the plant we find the presence of...

In a world where we pay particular attention to healthy food, Stevia consumption is growing fast and it is increasing worldwide. Nowadays, we can find lots of food and drinks containing Stevia extracts...