Stevia is used in many consumer foods including soft drinks, low-sugar juices, and even baked goods.
Unknown to many Europeans some 20 years ago, this plant – originally cultivated in the hills of Paraguay, South America – is now firmly established in the habits of consumers. However, the ingredient, which is about 70% as sweet as regular sugar, is considered a safe food by the United States Food and Drug Administration. It is also used in Japan, South Korea, Mexico, Singapore, and yes, even in Malaysia.Yacon syrup, an up-and-coming alternative
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