PureCircle Stevia Institute

Your source of stevia science

About PureCircle Stevia Institute

PureCircle Stevia Institute provides the latest in balanced, science-based information and advanced cutting-edge research on stevia's health and nutrition, agriculture, ingredient functionality and taste benefits.

About stevia

Stevia is a healthy, plant-based, zero-calorie flavor modifier and sweetener sustainably grown and endlessly versatile. As a sweetener, stevia is 250-400 times sweeter than sugar.

Get to know this powerful little plant.

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Regulatory guidance

Acceptable daily intake

More than two decades of research supports the safe use of increasing amounts of stevia.  Learn more about current usage levels, and what to expect going forward

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Stevia safety

Research has proven stevia is a healthy sugar alternative for all ages and populations.

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Stevia Science and Research

Diabetes

Stevia can be a healthy and appropriate option for those with diabetes, one that means they don’t have to give up their favorite foods or beverages.

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Metabolism

Explore the research behind how the body process steviol glycosides.

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Weight management

Stevia helps people reduce calorie consumption and better manage weight.

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