Stevia in the Raw is a brand of a zero-calorie sweetener made with extracts from the leaves of the Stevia plant. It is marketed as a healthier alternative to traditional sugar and artificial sweeteners.
Stevia in the Raw was introduced in 1995 as a joint venture between Cumberland Packing Corporation and a Japanese company, Morita Kagaku Kogyo Co.
It gained popularity in the United States in the early 2000s as interest in low-carb and low-calorie diets grew.
In 2008, Stevia in the Raw received approval from the FDA to be used as a food additive.
Truvia is another brand of zero-calorie sweetener made with Stevia leaf extracts. It is marketed as a natural sweetener with no artificial ingredients.
Splenda is a brand of low-calorie sweetener made with sucralose. It is marketed as a sugar substitute that can be used for baking and cooking.
Equal is a brand of low-calorie sweetener made with aspartame. It is marketed as a sugar substitute that can be used in food and beverages.
The original Stevia in the Raw product comes in packets and can be used to sweeten beverages or food. One packet is equivalent to the sweetness of two teaspoons of sugar.
Stevia in the Raw Bakers Bag is a larger package of the sweetener that is designed to be used in cooking and baking. It is a blend of Stevia and dextrose.
Stevia in the Raw is made from extracts of the Stevia plant, which is a natural sweetener indigenous to South America.
Stevia in the Raw has zero calories.
Yes, Stevia in the Raw has a Bakers Bag product that is designed to be used in baking.
Stevia in the Raw is marketed as a healthier alternative to sugar, as it has zero calories and is derived from a natural source. However, some studies suggest that Stevia may have negative effects on the digestive system.
Some people may notice a slight aftertaste with Stevia in the Raw, but it is generally considered to be less noticeable than with other artificial sweeteners like aspartame or saccharin.