Ingredient
Organic Stevia Extract
What is Organic Stevia Extract?
Organic Stevia Extract is a natural sweetener derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant. It is made by harvesting the leaves, drying them, and extracting the sweet compounds known as steviol glycosides, typically using water or alcohol-based methods.
It is used as a sugar substitute due to its intense sweetness, with steviol glycosides being hundreds of times sweeter than sugar. Health evidence suggests it does not raise blood sugar levels, making it popular among those managing diabetes. The evidence is mixed, but some studies support its potential benefits in weight and blood pressure management.
When you see Organic Stevia Extract on a label, it's likely used to provide sweetness without adding calories, fitting into various dietary preferences, including vegan and gluten-free diets.
Commonly found in: dietary supplements, beverages, baked goods, snack foods, condiments
Benefits
- Does not raise blood sugar levels, making it suitable for diabetics.
Stevia-derived sweeteners are Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Studies suggest potential benefits for blood sugar and weight management, but more research is needed to confirm these effects.
Organic Stevia Extract is plant-derived and suitable for vegan diets.
Sources: GRAS Notice No. GRN 000253 · Safety Evaluation of Certain Food Additives: Steviol Glycosides
Scout's take
Natural zero-calorie sweetener from the stevia leaf. No significant health concerns, but Scout treats all stevia forms as neutral — neither penalized nor counted as a beneficial ingredient.
The case for
Provides zero-calorie sweetness from an organic plant source without blood sugar impact.
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