Organic Stevia Extract Powder 0.6oz (18g)

Stevia is a natural sweetener derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant, which is one of the sweetest plants to ever be discovered. A member of the Asteraceae family, this plant is also closely related to ragweed, marigolds and chrysanthemums. For hundreds of years, the natives of Paraguay and Brazil have harvested the sweet-tasting leaves of the stevia plant to enhance the flavor of their local foods and beverages. These leaves contain eight glycosides, which are the active components that give stevia its naturally sweet taste. Some of these glycosides include steviolbioside, stevioside, dulcoside A and rebaudiosides A, C, D, E and F. 

The Health Ranger Store recognizes the need for healthy alternatives to processed sugar, which is why we're bringing you a clean, new lot of Groovy Bee® Organic Stevia Extract Powder. The perfect sugar substitute, Groovy Bee® Organic Stevia Extract Powder has been enzymatically enhanced to remove the characteristic bitter aftertaste associated with regular stevia. Our stevia extract powder is much sweeter than regular table sugar, which means you only need to use a comparatively smaller amount to achieve the same level of sweetness. Use it to enhance your favorite smoothies, shakes, juices, baked goods, desserts and other recipes.

Groovy Bee® Organic Stevia Extract Powder contains no gluten or calories and is certified Kosher and organic. It is also vegan, non-GMO and thoroughly lab tested for glyphosate, heavy metals and microbiology.   

Health benefits of stevia** 

As one of the healthiest sugar alternatives, stevia provides a number of health benefits.  
  

Supports healthy blood sugar levels – Stevia extract powder has a glycemic load of zero, which makes it the perfect natural sweetener for those looking to watch their blood sugar levels. According to a study that was published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements, stevia can help maintain healthy blood sugar levels that are already within the normal range.

Supports sensible weight management plans – A high intake of foods rich in added sugars and empty calories can contribute to weight gain. Since stevia contains no calories, it can be a useful tool in helping you achieve your reasonable weight management goals, especially when accompanied by regular exercise and a well-balanced diet.

Supports healthy blood pressure levels – A study that was published in the journal Clinical Therapeutics indicated that the moderate consumption of stevia extract may be helpful in maintaining healthy blood pressure levels that are already within the normal range.   

What makes Groovy Bee® Organic Stevia Extract Powder so special?**  

It is enzymatically enhanced for improved flavor – Low-quality stevia products can leave a bitter aftertaste in your mouth but Groovy Bee® Organic Stevia Extract Powder has been enzymatically treated using a proprietary natural process to eliminate the characteristic bitter "licorice" aftertaste common in most low-quality stevia products. Instead, you get a great tasting stevia sweetener with zero calories but all the phytochemical features of full-spectrum stevia extract. 
 

It is versatile and convenient – Groovy Bee® Organic Stevia Extract Powder can be used in nearly any recipe that calls for regular sugar, but due to its intense natural sweetness, you only need to add a fraction of the amount you would use with regular sugar to achieve similar sweetness levels. This means that you get more value in every granule, comparatively speaking. Our stevia extract powder also does not clump and remains stable even at high temperatures. This allows you to use it in most cooking and baking applications.  
 

It is non-GMO and lab-verified for cleanliness and purity – Purity and cleanliness mean a lot to us, which is why we make it a point to use only non-GMO ingredients in our products. Groovy Bee® Organic Stevia Extract Powder is carefully extracted from the leaves of stevia plants that have been grown under strict organic standards without the use of GMOs. The final product is then rigorously lab tested for glyphosate, heavy metals and microbiology. 

How to use Groovy Bee® Organic Stevia Extract Powder**  

Just a light sprinkling of Groovy Bee® Organic Stevia Extract Powder is enough to imbue almost any food or beverage with a rich sweetness in a healthy manner. Stevia extract powder can be used in nearly any recipe that calls for conventional sugar albeit in smaller amounts. Since it blends well without clumping, it can easily be added to smoothies, shakes, teas, coffees, juices, and other beverages. Top off your cereals, oatmeal, yogurts and fruit bowls with a dash of stevia to give them a flavorful twist. You can also use our organic stevia extract powder as a sugar alternative in cakes, breads, cookies, ice creams, chocolate mousses, panna cottas, muffins and other baked goods and desserts. If you want to get creative, you can even incorporate a little bit of stevia into pickled foods, barbecue sauces and vegetable and seafood dishes.