Stevia Leaves 75g
Stevia Leaves 75g (Stevia rebaudiana) from Pharma Germania are naturally sweet dried leaves traditionally used as a sugar alternative in herbal infusions.
R80.00
Pharma Germania Natural Products Stevia Leaves contain dried leaves of Stevia rebaudiana, commonly known as Stevia or Sweet Leaf.
Native to South America, Stevia has a long history of traditional use for its naturally intense sweetness. The leaves contain compounds known as steviol glycosides, which are responsible for their characteristic sweet taste.
The best-known naturally occurring steviol glycosides include stevioside and rebaudioside A, alongside several related compounds.
Because Stevia provides substantial sweetness in relatively small quantities, the leaves can be incorporated into herbal infusions and other suitable preparations as an alternative to conventional sugar.
Whole dried Stevia leaves differ from purified or highly refined steviol glycoside sweeteners. Their flavour, sweetness and concentration of individual glycosides can naturally vary, and the leaves may have a more distinctly herbal character than commercial Stevia extracts.
Key Benefits
- Naturally sweet botanical
- Plant-based alternative to conventional sugar
- Naturally contains steviol glycosides
- Contains stevioside and rebaudioside compounds
- Adds sweetness to herbal infusions
- Useful in suitable foods and beverages
- Naturally caffeine-free
- Concentrated sweetness means only a small amount may be required
- Whole dried-leaf format
- 75g pack
Why Choose Pharma Germania Stevia Leaves?
Stevia offers a convenient way to introduce plant-derived sweetness to herbal teas, beverages and suitable recipes.
Rather than being a purified Stevia sweetener, this product consists of dried Stevia rebaudiana leaves. This provides a more traditional, whole-herb option while retaining the naturally sweet steviol glycosides found within the plant.
Because whole leaves are not standardised to a particular concentration of steviol glycosides, their sweetness may vary between batches and should not be assumed to be equivalent gram-for-gram to commercial Stevia extracts.
Key Ingredient
Stevia Leaves (Stevia rebaudiana)
Stevia rebaudiana is a South American plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. Its leaves have traditionally been valued for their naturally sweet flavour.
Naturally occurring constituents may include:
- Stevioside
- Rebaudioside A
- Other rebaudiosides
- Dulcoside-related compounds
- Flavonoids
- Other naturally occurring polyphenols
The steviol glycosides are primarily responsible for the characteristic sweetness of Stevia leaves.
Ingredients
- Stevia Leaves (Stevia rebaudiana)
Directions for Use
Use according to the directions on the current Pharma Germania Natural Products packaging.
Stevia Leaves may be incorporated into suitable herbal infusions, beverages and food preparations where natural sweetness is desired.
As an exact quantity or preparation method has not been supplied for this product, these should not be inferred. Due to Stevia’s intense natural sweetness, adjust according to the intended preparation and taste.
Suitable For
- Naturally sweetening herbal infusions
- Sugar-alternative preparations
- Hot and cold beverages
- Suitable food preparations
- Caffeine-free herbal blends
- Culinary and traditional herbal use
Warnings & Precautions
Whole Stevia leaves are naturally very sweet, so only a small amount may be required depending on the preparation.
Seek professional advice before regular medicinal use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Stevia may be relevant to blood glucose and blood-pressure management. If you take glucose-lowering or blood-pressure medication, seek advice from a healthcare practitioner before using concentrated or frequent medicinal amounts.
People with sensitivity to plants in the Asteraceae family should use with caution.
Discontinue use if an allergic or adverse reaction occurs.
Keep out of reach of children.
Product Information
- Brand: Pharma Germania Natural Products
- Product: Stevia Leaves
- Botanical Name: Stevia rebaudiana
- Common Names: Stevia, Sweet Leaf
- Plant Part: Leaves
- Pack Size: 75g
- Form: Dried Leaves
- Caffeine: Naturally Caffeine-Free
- Preparation: Culinary / Herbal Preparation
- Primary Focus: Natural Plant-Based Sweetening
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
Keep the packaging tightly closed between uses.
