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About PureCircle Stevia Institute
Our mission
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.
Stevia research
Nutrition and health
As sugar consumption increases globally and more and more regulatory agencies and public health organizations issue calls to reduce added sugar in diets, the role of stevia as a healthy alternative increases. Stevia has been rigorously tested in more than 200 scientific studies, and we continue to explore new research in areas that encourage better health outcomes for people around the world.
Areas of research include:
- Appetite and weight management
- Metabolism
- Blood glucose & diabetes
- Children
- Safety & food policy
Taste and ingredients
Stevia is a naturally derived flavor modifier and sweetener that is 250-300 times sweeter than sugar, and contains more than 60 compounds known as steviol glycosides, each with a unique set of sensory and functional properties. We work to help discover new flavors and ways to use stevia, to provide companies and people with healthier, plant-based ways to reduce sugar use and enhance taste.
Areas of research include:
- Taste of stevia
- Working with stevia in food and beverage applications
- Sensory science
- Stevia taste science
- Natural flavor modification
Agriculture/Agronomy
Stevia is grown using natural, traditional plant breeding methods such as cross-pollination and other non-genetically modified processes. We continue to support research promoting more sustainable growing methods and improved extraction, as well as stevia’s role in promoting greater biodiversity, and ways it can help support farmers and agricultural communities around the world.
Areas of research include:
- Stevia farming
- Extraction & purification
- Naturality of stevia leaf extract
- Understanding the leaf
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About stevia
Stevia is a healthy, plant-based, zero-calorie flavor modifier and sweetener sustainably grown and endlessly versatile.
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Regulatory guidance
More than two decades of research supports the safe use of increasing amounts of stevia.
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Stevia science and research
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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Interested in learning more about pureCircle, stevia and latest stevia ingredients? Please contact us to help inspire your next sweet creation.