Stevia science and research

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

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