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Stevia Extract
1 gram, 100 packets
Item Catalog Number: 00432

Stevia Extract (stevioside) is an extract of Stevia rebaudiana, a small plant native to Paraguay and Brazil, which was first identified in 1887. Stevioside is 250 times sweeter than table sugar108-109 and results of short and long-term studies have shown it to be a safe supplement for the human diet.110-114

Stevia Extract has been shown to promote healthy blood sugar levels in those already within normal levels and may be useful as a potential source of natural antioxidants. 115-117*

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Supplement Facts

Serving Size 1 packet
Servings Per Container 100
Amount Per Serving
Calories	0
Calories from fat	0
Sodium	0 g
Total Carbohydrate	1 g
Sugar	<1 g
Protein	0 g
Other ingredients: rice maltodextrin, Stevia rebaudiana extract (stevioside), silica.

Contains no soy, yeast, wheat, milk, synthetics, artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.

Dosage and Use

	Since stevia is 250 times as sweet as sucrose (table sugar), only minute quantities of this product are needed. Stevia may be used in baking and cooking.
	Attention diabetics: stevia extract does not affect blood sugar levels.

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