What Exactly is Stevia?
Stevia, also known in Germany as honeyleaf or sweet herb, is a natural sweetener derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant.
Originally from South America, it has been used for centuries by indigenous peoples to sweeten foods and beverages. The sweet components of the plant, mainly the so-called steviol glycosides, are up to 300 times sweeter than sugar, yet contain no calories.
Stevia is considered tooth-friendly, has minimal impact on blood sugar levels, and is therefore often used as a sugar alternative for diabetics or in reduced-calorie products.
In the European Union, Stevia has been approved as a food additive since 2011.
In our Erythritol+Stevia blend, we add a small amount of Stevia to pure Erythritol to achieve a sweetness equivalent to 100% compared to sugar.