Stevia Leaves from Paraguay Loose Tea, 2 3 cm Well Structured, 400G

Sweet Stevia leaves have been used by Guarani Indians for hundreds of years. The homeland of stevia, belonging to the Asteraceae family, is Paraguay and Brazil, often referred to as "sweet grass of Paraguay" or "honey leaf" Very low calorie value of only 2.7 kcal/g. Steviol glycosides are 300 times sweeter than sucrose. The FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has declared steviol glycosides safe for human health Great as an addition to tea, herbal and fruit infusions. Steviol glycosides do not increase the level of glucose in the blood and even cause it to drop, increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin. Replacing high energy sugar with low calorie stevia can help prevent excess weight gain and obesity and can be beneficial in weight reduction The analysis of the chemical composition of stevia leaves also shows the presence of protein (about 10%), dietary fiber (15-18.5%) and a small amount of fat. Mineral components make up about 13%. Mainly potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium and calcium. A high oxalic acid content limits the availability of calcium and other minerals. Well sieved, Origin: Paraguay