What is stevioside?

Plant extract stevioside, also known as stevioside or steviol glycoside, is a natural sweetener derived from stevia. Its chemical formula is C38H60O18, relative molecular mass is 804, melting point is about 196℃ (or 198℃), it is a white to slightly yellow crystal, soluble in dioxane and water. The purity of stevioside can reach 99%, and its sweetness is 200-300 times that of sucrose, so only a small amount is needed to achieve the ideal sweetness effect. As a natural extract, stevioside is food additives that does not contain sugar and calories, has the characteristics of zero calories, and is an ideal choice for people who pursue a healthy lifestyle.

What are the effects of stevioside?

1. Regulate blood sugar: Steviol glycosides have significant blood sugar-lowering effects and are suitable for diabetic patients. It can effectively regulate blood sugar levels and avoid sharp increases in blood sugar, thereby reducing the symptoms of diabetic patients.
2. Lower blood pressure: It helps dilate blood vessels, lower blood pressure, and has a certain auxiliary therapeutic effect on patients with hypertension. Its natural antihypertensive effect makes stevioside an ideal food additive for patients with hypertension.
3. Weight loss: This is a weight loss extract. Because stevioside has extremely low calories, it can significantly reduce sugar intake, thereby helping to control weight and achieve weight loss.
4. Antibacterial ingredients: Steviol glycosides have an inhibitory effect on a variety of bacteria, can enhance the body’s anti-infection ability, and promote good health.
5. Improve immunity: The nutrients in stevioside can promote the production and activity of immune cells, thereby improving the body's immunity and enhancing resistance.

What are the uses of stevioside?

1. Food additives: Stevioside is widely used as a natural sweetener in candies, biscuits, ice cream, beverages, condiments and other products. Its natural sweetness and low-calorie characteristics make stevioside an ideal choice for making low-sugar or sugar-free foods. In beverages, stevioside can be used alone or in combination with other sweeteners to achieve a better taste and sweetness effect.
2. Pharmaceutical chemicals: Stevioside is also widely used in pharmaceutical preparations, such as a sweetener for mouth fresheners, cough syrups, tablets and oral liquids. Its natural properties and good taste make stevioside more popular in these products.
3. Oral care products: Stevioside is also used in oral care products such as toothpaste, mouthwash, etc. It's natural sweeteners and antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects can effectively protect oral health and prevent oral diseases.
4. Other applications: In addition, stevioside can also be used to pickle fruits and vegetables, so that they do not shrink and can better maintain the original state of fruits and vegetables. At the same time, stevioside can also be used in baked goods. Its good thermal stability and acid stability enable stevioside to maintain stable sweetness under high temperatures and acidic conditions.