Application of stevia extract in food

Stevia extract is a natural sweetener commonly used in foods and beverages to sweeten without adding extra calories. It is approximately 200-300 times sweeter than sucrose, so only a small amount is needed to achieve the desired sweetening effect. The applications of stevia extract in food include but are not limited to the following aspects:

1. Beverages: Stevia extract is often used in beverages, such as sugar-free drinks, juices, tea and coffee, to provide sweetness without adding calories.

2. Snacks and baked goods: Stevia extract can also be used in making candies, chocolates, cookies, cakes and other snacks and baked goods to replace traditional sugar sweeteners.

3. Condiments and sauces: In some condiments and sauces, such as salad dressing, ketchup, hot sauce, etc., stevia extract can also be added to increase sweetness.

4. Dairy products: Stevia extract can also be used as an alternative sweetener in low-sugar or sugar-free dairy products, such as yogurt, ice cream, milkshakes, etc.

It should be noted that the use of stevia extract in food should comply with local laws, regulations and food safety standards, and the amount used should be controlled to avoid excessive sweetness and possible adverse effects.

In addition, the application of stevia extract in food also needs to take into account the needs of some special groups. For example, for diabetics and people who need to control caloric intake, stevia extract can be used as an ideal alternative sweetener. , helping them satisfy their sweet tooth without negatively impacting blood sugar levels or caloric intake. Stevia extract is also widely used in some special types of food, such as baby food, diet food and formula food for special medical purposes (such as food containing special nutrients) to meet the needs of these special groups of people.

Overall, stevia extract has a wide range of applications in food and can be used as a natural, low-calorie sweetener to provide people with more choices while also helping to reduce the need for traditional sugar sweeteners. The use of it meets modern people’s needs for healthy, low-calorie foods.

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