Stevia

In addition to synthetic sweeteners, a natural sweetener alternative, stevia, has been approved for use in food since 2011, giving new hope to many diabetics and people trying to lose weight.

What is stevia?

The name Stevia refers to a steviol glycoside mixture obtained from the sweet herb Stevia rebaudiana, which is approved under food law as a sweetener with the number E 960. Glycosides are a widespread class of substances in the plant world, some of which have interesting therapeutic effects. Their name is derived from the sugar component that they all contain. Steviol glycosides in particular are various glycoside substances that are characterized by a strong sweet taste.

Is stevia natural?

Stevia is a natural mixture of substances obtained from an extract of the sweet herb Stevia rebaudiana. Stevia-containing leaves of the sweet herb have been used for many centuries by the indigenous people of Brazil and Paraguay to make sweet teas and medicinal extracts and as a "sweet treat".

Is stevia safe?

Based on current scientific knowledge, the use of stevia is considered safe. In an opinion published in 2010, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) confirmed that stevia is neither carcinogenic nor does it alter genetic material. This opinion also paved the way for the approval of steviol glycoside as a food additive, which was granted the following year. In addition, there is no scientific evidence or reports to date that the consumption of stevia could lead to allergic reactions in sensitive people.

Does stevia harm my teeth?

The data available on stevia to date indicate that the consumption of stevia does not have any disadvantages for dental health. A caries-promoting effect has not yet been observed.

Does stevia affect my blood sugar level?

According to studies, the consumption of stevia has no effect on increasing blood glucose levels. In some cases, a slight drop in blood glucose concentration has even been observed.

Can I use stevia as a diabetic?

Stevia has no effect on blood sugar levels and is therefore also suitable for diabetics. No insulin injection is necessary for food and drinks sweetened with stevia or erythritol stevia.

Is stevia also suitable for lactose intolerance, fructose intolerance or coeliac disease?

Stevia is also suitable as a sweetener for lactose intolerance, fructose intolerance or coeliac disease.

How many calories does stevia contain?

Due to its very high sweetening power and the associated minimal dosage, Stevia does not add any calories to the body.

Why is stevia combined with erythritol in NuPrevento Erythritol-Stevia?

The sweetness of stevia tastes around 300 times more intense than household sugar. This makes pure stevia difficult to dose and use for sweetening drinks or food. By using the calorie-free sugar substitute erythritol as a "carrier", stevia is converted into an easily dosed powder form. This has the same sweetening power as household sugar and can be substituted 1:1 for it in recipes. Unlike many other table-top sweeteners containing stevia, which usually use maltodextrin as a carrier substance, erythritol has no effect on blood sugar levels*. Erythritol stevia therefore offers a tooth-friendly*, calorie-free sugar alternative with a glycemic index of zero. At the same time, erythritol masks the aftertaste of stevia, which many people find unpleasant.