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How sweet it is ... Good news if you are concerned about using artificial sweeteners and sugar substitutes! Stevia is the world's only natural sweetener that has no calories, no carbs and a glycemic index of zero. It is a healthy option to replace sugar and artificial sweeteners. Grow your own or stevia is conveniently available in tablets, powder and liquid extract.

These attributes make stevia a good alternative to sugar or chemical sweeteners. Especially popular as a sweetener for organic coffee and teas. And it works well in cooking and baking so you can easily substitute Stevia for sugar in just about any recipe (but you may need to adjust the liquid).  Because of it's zero glycemic index, Stevia is ideal for helping to control blood sugar levels. Choosing foods that produce zero fluctuations in blood glucose is an important component for long-term health. And by helping to reduce calorie intake and glycemic index, Stevia can also play a significant role to any healthy weight loss plan.

Produced from a member of the daisy family. The leaves of the Stevia plant also contain nutrients that help regulate blood sugar, including chromium, magnesium, manganese, potassium, selenium, zinc, and vitamin B3 (Niacin).

Stevia has been used for centuries in South America and is gradually finding its way into the homes of millions around the world. It is up to 100 times sweeter than sugar so a little goes a long way.

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Available in tablets, liquid and powder - Grown organically and extracted from the naturally sweet Stevia Rebaudiana Bertoni plant. Approximately one teaspoon of Stevia provides the same sweetness as one cup of sugar.

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