Sweet ‘N’ Bake Stevia is an all-natural herbal sweetener made with superior quality materials. Stevia is a small plant native to the South American country of Paraguay. The sweetener itself is an extract from the leaves of the stevia plant (Stevia rebaudiana). An extraction of the stevia leaf (stevioside) renders a wonderful sweetening agent that can be up to 300 times sweeter than sugar. The result is an extract that provides no calories, in contrast to sugar that has 4.5 calories per gram. Sweet ‘N’ Bake Stevia is standardized to 94.6% steviosides and is a safe alternative to artificial sweeteners, particularly for anyone with blood sugar problems.

Sweet ‘N’ Bake Stevia can replace sugar in most recipes; however, not cup for cup. For this reason, a comprehensive conversion chart is provided in every package. Because stevia does not breakdown when it is heated, unlike aspartame, saccharin and other synthetic sweeteners, it does not lose its sweetening properties and the sweet taste remains. Stevia does not ferment or discolour, so baked products made with stevia won’t brown, caramelize or crystallize like sugar. Stevia does not have the stimulating properties that sugar has to encourage the rising properties of yeast; therefore, some baked items may not rise as much as those made with sugar. It is recommended to check baking occasionally by inserting a toothpick into the center to ensure for readiness. Sweet ‘N’ Bake Stevia™ is compatible with salts, organic acids and other natural sweeteners such as sucrose, molasses, barley malt, honey, fructose and sorbitol. Stevia powder tastes slightly bitter if placed directly in the mouth, but when used in baking, the taste is unique in its sweetness. Sweet ‘N’ Bake Stevia™ is not recommended as an ingredient in the making of yeast breads.

Recommended Use: To sweeten when baking and cooking.

Dosage Form: 150-gram box (powder) One serving = 1/2 teaspoon (0.4 g)

Add to cooking or baking when desired. Do not exceed more than 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) daily.

Contraindications: Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Discontinue use if gastrointestinal discomfort occurs or if you experience headache or dizziness. Use with caution if you have known allergies to plants in the Asteraceae/Compositae family, including ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies and many other herbs.

Stevia extract can lower blood glucose levels, and when used together, might increase the effects of other herbs and supplements that lower glucose levels. Consult with your health care practitioner if you are taking medication for high blood pressure, since stevia has been shown to reduce blood pressure. When used orally in moderation as a sweetener, stevia offers a safe, natural alternative to artificial sweeteners.