Stevia

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Lol, I thought perhaps alcance was alcohol, boy that's funny!! Maybe it does

have alcohol

then if it says that. Thanks for the interpretation Nina, as ya'll can see I

never took Spanish-

Sign Language was my second language choice in high school.

No Dejar al alcance de los ninos means Keep out of reach of children.

Nina

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I found this website for you. It is more for commercial growing but there is

a blurb on harvesting. According to them, you strip the leaves and let them

dry then crush them. Hope this helps.

http://www.stevia.net/growingstevia.htm

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--- wrote:

Date: Tue, 7 Jun 2005 11:19:22 EDT

From: lescase@...

Subject: Re: Digest Number 2409

Hi O's ! I just bought a stevia plant and I'm wondering if I can use

the

leaves in my tea as a sweetener? or do they have to be

dried/powdered/extract'd ? Thanks !

Yes, , they sell the dried leaves at my health food store. I have

used them They are VERY sweet, but also have a " green " flavor I don't

care for. They do go good with mint tea. Try the leaves and experiment

with it. maybe you will find a good combination.

- T

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Deb Casey <caseydeb@...> wrote: * In any baked recipe calling for sugar,

I always try to cut it at least by one third or one half by adding some stevia.

I use the NOW brand, which can be purchased most economically in a 1 lb.

container. The sweetness varies from brand to brand. Sometimes I substitute some

maple syrup, honey or a very small amount of granulated fructose for some of the

sugar--anything I can think of to keep the flavor but knock some of the sugar

out of the recipe. Many recipes are too sweet anyway--we've gotten to like

things less sweet.

I use stevia almost exclusively for sweetening tea; barley coffee substitute;

lemonade; limeade; cocoa ( " grandma makes hot chocolate that doesn't get me

hyper " ); unsweetened yogurt--plus vanilla; smoothies; fruit sauces; homemade

jam; and almost anything else that would ordinarily call for sugar.

To give cooked fruit sauces (from frozen or fresh fruit) the impression of

sweetness and round out the flavor I add small amounts of cinnamon, vanilla,

lemon juice along with the stevia and a small amount of thickner (like

cornstarch or arrowroot). This makes delicious sauces that can double as jams

and spreads. Baked goods, however, need some experimentation.

A little stevia and a drop or two of vanilla does wonderful things to full fat

coconut milk. I'm thinking of trying to add a little geletin and whipping

it--has anyone tried something like that?

Stevia with the egg/coconut oil/boiling water/ spice drink previously

mentioned is super!

(I add 1/2 t. cocoa and sometimes some barley coffee substitute and a little

coconut milk)

We are also enjoying a little honey mixed with coconut oil making a wonderful

creamy toast spread. Thanks to the people who mentioned these 2 helpful ideas!

:-)

nne

- - - - - -

The recipe looks really good…except for the cup of sugar in it. I wonder

how the stevia would work in it instead of the sugar. Has anyone tried

using stevia in these types of baked goods? Thanks.

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Wow…thanks nne for all the tips! The only things I had previously used

stevia (liquid form) in were coffee and tea. Guess I’ll be getting some of

the powder too.

Deb Casey

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Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2006 10:12 AM

Coconut Oil

Subject: RE: Stevia

Deb Casey <caseydeb@...> wrote: * In any baked recipe calling for

sugar, I always try to cut it at least by one third or one half by adding

some stevia. I use the NOW brand, which can be purchased most economically

in a 1 lb. container. The sweetness varies from brand to brand. Sometimes I

substitute some maple syrup, honey or a very small amount of granulated

fructose for some of the sugar--anything I can think of to keep the flavor

but knock some of the sugar out of the recipe. Many recipes are too sweet

anyway--we've gotten to like things less sweet.

I use stevia almost exclusively for sweetening tea; barley coffee

substitute; lemonade; limeade; cocoa ( " grandma makes hot chocolate that

doesn't get me hyper " ); unsweetened yogurt--plus vanilla; smoothies; fruit

sauces; homemade jam; and almost anything else that would ordinarily call

for sugar.

To give cooked fruit sauces (from frozen or fresh fruit) the impression of

sweetness and round out the flavor I add small amounts of cinnamon, vanilla,

lemon juice along with the stevia and a small amount of thickner (like

cornstarch or arrowroot). This makes delicious sauces that can double as

jams and spreads. Baked goods, however, need some experimentation.

A little stevia and a drop or two of vanilla does wonderful things to full

fat coconut milk. I'm thinking of trying to add a little geletin and

whipping it--has anyone tried something like that?

Stevia with the egg/coconut oil/boiling water/ spice drink previously

mentioned is super!

(I add 1/2 t. cocoa and sometimes some barley coffee substitute and a

little coconut milk)

We are also enjoying a little honey mixed with coconut oil making a

wonderful creamy toast spread. Thanks to the people who mentioned these 2

helpful ideas! :-)

nne

- - - - - -

The recipe looks really good…except for the cup of sugar in it. I wonder

how the stevia would work in it instead of the sugar. Has anyone tried

using stevia in these types of baked goods? Thanks.

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I forgot to mention a few other uses for stevia. I understand that cider

vinegar helps to lower the glycemic index of whatever you are eating (thereby

helping with weight loss when taken before a meal). And it is supposedly

helpful for keeping the system more alkaline. I tried this with Braggs raw

unfiltered apple cider vinegar and was surprised what a pleasant refreshing

drink it is. Some think it should be sweetened with 1 T. honey, but I like it

this way.

1 cup water

1 Tablespoon Braggs cider vinegar

tiny sprinkle of stevia

Mix and enjoy. (maybe everyone would not care for this; I suppose it is more

of a " grown up " taste, but with Braggs, it is more " fruity " tasting and many

times better than with ordinary supermarket vinegar),

ALSO--

a good " RAW " dish to start the day with is the famous Muesli (also known as

" Sweet Suprise " )--it's supposed to be the equivalent of breastmilk--probably

even more so with the addition of coconut milk with caprylic/lauric acids. I

usually stir coconut milk right into the unsweetened yogurt along with the

vanilla and stevia--that's extra good too--expecially if the yogurt happens to

be fat-free.

1 Tablespoon rolled oats soaked overnight with 3 tablespoons filtered water at

room temperature (in a covered dish). You may add a drop of lemon juice to make

the water slightly acidic--and this along with the overnight soak helps release

the nutrients in the oats.

In the morning, squeeze one half a lemon--add to oats

Remove stem and blossom ends from a washed unpeeled apple

Shred apple in food processor or on grater (OK to leave seeds in)

Stir at once intoto oat lemon mixture to keep the shredded apple from

discoloring

Stir in about 2 Tablespoons of stevia/vanilla sweetened yogurt and however

much coconut milk you'd like (1 or more tablespoons).

Optional - top with a few chopped nuts

Serves 1 - multiply as needed

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TYVM,

This is how I have experienced Stevia in my body.

We must not forget however that any herb in a body that is hyper sensitive to it

May cause adverse reactions, so those individuals should avoid it,

There are two seemingly benign herbs, very popular with others that I cannot

tolerate, ie; ephedra and licorice. Ephedra sets of my familial tremor just

as does caffeine and Licorice raises my BP to dangerous levels. I cannot take

them personally, but would never try to convince others not to, as with

anything else, try it and see. I love the taste of licorice but I sure don't

like the dizziness , headaches and vertigo that comes with it.

Stevia tho generally accepted as safe( by proponents of alternative medicines-

not the FDA) should not be used by anyone who has a different experience with

it.

I would like to direct Alobars attention to this article however,

http://www.stevia.com/SteviaColumn.asp?Id=296 It puts a different light on

that insulin story.

zoe

Friday, November 3, 2006, 10:22:04 AM, you wrote:

> I found this info in a Gillian Mc book

> There is a lot more info on where it comes from etc but this maybe

> of interest

> Stevia contains sweet substances (glycosides) which are not

> metabolised in the body, and thus are eliminated without any

> calories being absorbed. Therefore, you'll be pleased to know that

> stevia is not fattening. Apart from glycosides, iron, zinc,

> calcium, potassium, sodium, magnesium, and vit A and C.

> It is a herbal food with an impressive reputation for healing the

> body. Not only does it never cause blood sugar to rise, but it

> actually brings down raised blood suger levels. Unlike sugar, it

> does not spur the growth of unhealthy bacteria and yeasts which can

> infest the body causing serious problems. Stevia alleviates the

> craving for sweet foods by balancing the body's blood sugar levels

> and avoiding the see-saw effect of hypoglycaemia. Thus stevia may

> decrease the desire to eat fatty foods and control appetite.Some

> people have found that their hunger decreases if they take stevia

> drops 15-20 minutes before a meal. Reported in the journal of

> Medicinal Plant Research, American scientists have discovered that

> stevia acts as a natural diuretic, helping rid the body of excess

> fluid, helps mental and physical fatigue, harmonises digestion,

> regulates blood pressure and assists weight loss.

> Apparently it has had extensive toxicology tests and proven safe.

>

>

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So what brand do you suggest, all that I have tried have after tastes? I am

not going to grow my own and such. I could but my life is already filled to the

top.

Ber

Carol Minnick <carol@...> wrote:

Someone mentioned stevia having an aftertaste - I think it depends on

the

brand you buy. Or you could try growing it yourself, and in the fall snip

off all the leaves and dry them, and powder them. There's no aftertaste at

all to that, and you know there's no unseen added ingredients (to keep it

free flowing, or whatever). And how do companies get it white? Bleach?

Because stevia leaves are green.

Carol

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Stevia leaves are most definitely green, however when I extract it myself in

glycerine, it is very clear, but yes the dried herb is the absolute best way

to use Stevia. It is a very very powerful herb and the amount needed is so

very small, some folks just can't believe it only takes that tiny amount so

they tend to use toooooooo much and that definitely has an aftertaste.

zoe

Monday, December 25, 2006, 4:33:36 AM, you wrote:

> Someone mentioned stevia having an aftertaste - I think it depends on the

> brand you buy. Or you could try growing it yourself, and in the fall snip

> off all the leaves and dry them, and powder them. There's no aftertaste at

> all to that, and you know there's no unseen added ingredients (to keep it

> free flowing, or whatever). And how do companies get it white? Bleach?

> Because stevia leaves are green.

>

> Carol

>

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I love the NOW brand of white stevia powder. The smaller containers come with

a very tiny spoon--which is all you need for individual servings or maybe even

less! The trick is not to overdo it--or there will be a licorice like

aftertaste.

Other brands are so " diluted " it is hard to know what to use. The NOW brand

also comes in a economical one pound container, which is what I buy now so that

I can give samples to people who would like to cut their sugar consumption but

think they can't. The only thing I now use sugar for is feeding my sourdough

starter-- 1/2 teaspoon along with the flour.

It's wonderful in coconut milk, teas, juices, shakes made with whey,

chocolate (hot or cold), sugar free fruit spreads or sauces, yogurt, or in

combinaton with other sweetners such as honey, maple syrup or sugar--only you

can use much less of these and still have the desired sweetness. For a 32 ounce

container of plain yogurt, I use a rounded 1/4 teaspoon NOW stevia and vanilla

to taste. I often add some coconut milk to make it even better.

My husband loves frozen grapefruit juice--quite watered down, sweetened with

stevia. It is delicious and refressing and I guess contributes to alkalinity.

A small amount of stevia seems to bring out the beautiful fruity flavors of some

of the herbal teas. Stevia with a drop or two of vanilla is wonderful in some

of the nice green teas (I like Long Life decaffinated).

And there is some evidence that stevia prevents tooth decay.

When I first purchased stevia, it just sat there because I didn't know what to

do with it. We hate to run out of NOW now ;-)

Mari

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Mari , thank you for sharing that , I ma going to look for Now breand , I like

my Stevita very much but if Now is cheaper I can change .or maybe it will be

even better. Jo

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From: Mari Schaefer <marischaef@...>

I love the NOW brand of white stevia powder. The smaller containers come with a

very tiny spoon--which is all you need for individual servings or maybe even

less! The trick is not to overdo it--or there will be a licorice like

aftertaste.

Other brands are so " diluted " it is hard to know what to use. The NOW brand also

comes in a economical one pound container, which is what I buy now so that I can

give samples to people who would like to cut their sugar consumption but think

they can't. The only thing I now use sugar for is feeding my sourdough starter--

1/2 teaspoon along with the flour.

It's wonderful in coconut milk, teas, juices, shakes made with whey, chocolate

(hot or cold), sugar free fruit spreads or sauces, yogurt, or in combinaton with

other sweetners such as honey, maple syrup or sugar--only you can use much less

of these and still have the desired sweetness. For a 32 ounce container of plain

yogurt, I use a rounded 1/4 teaspoon NOW stevia and vanilla to taste. I often

add some coconut milk to make it even better.

My husband loves frozen grapefruit juice--quite watered down, sweetened with

stevia. It is delicious and refressing and I guess contributes to alkalinity. A

small amount of stevia seems to bring out the beautiful fruity flavors of some

of the herbal teas. Stevia with a drop or two of vanilla is wonderful in some of

the nice green teas (I like Long Life decaffinated).

And there is some evidence that stevia prevents tooth decay.

When I first purchased stevia, it just sat there because I didn't know what to

do with it. We hate to run out of NOW now ;-)

Mari

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The NOW brand runs around $5.00 an oz. Not sure if that is cheaper than what

you are using or not.

Ber

jo-jimochs@... wrote:

Mari , thank you for sharing that , I ma going to look for Now breand , I like

my Stevita very much but if Now is cheaper I can change .or maybe it will be

even better. Jo

-------------- Original message --------------

From: Mari Schaefer

I love the NOW brand of white stevia powder. The smaller containers come with a

very tiny spoon--which is all you need for individual servings or maybe even

less! The trick is not to overdo it--or there will be a licorice like

aftertaste.

Other brands are so " diluted " it is hard to know what to use. The NOW brand also

comes in a economical one pound container, which is what I buy now so that I can

give samples to people who would like to cut their sugar consumption but think

they can't. The only thing I now use sugar for is feeding my sourdough starter--

1/2 teaspoon along with the flour.

It's wonderful in coconut milk, teas, juices, shakes made with whey, chocolate

(hot or cold), sugar free fruit spreads or sauces, yogurt, or in combinaton with

other sweetners such as honey, maple syrup or sugar--only you can use much less

of these and still have the desired sweetness. For a 32 ounce container of plain

yogurt, I use a rounded 1/4 teaspoon NOW stevia and vanilla to taste. I often

add some coconut milk to make it even better.

My husband loves frozen grapefruit juice--quite watered down, sweetened with

stevia. It is delicious and refressing and I guess contributes to alkalinity. A

small amount of stevia seems to bring out the beautiful fruity flavors of some

of the herbal teas. Stevia with a drop or two of vanilla is wonderful in some of

the nice green teas (I like Long Life decaffinated).

And there is some evidence that stevia prevents tooth decay.

When I first purchased stevia, it just sat there because I didn't know what to

do with it. We hate to run out of NOW now ;-)

Mari

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WOW. I pay $14.25 for 16 oz. in powder form . the liquid would be $8.15 for 3.3

oz . so i guess I'll stick with Stevita . I love it and it is cheaper. Jo

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From: Wings <wings2fly8@...>

The NOW brand runs around $5.00 an oz. Not sure if that is cheaper than what you

are using or not.

Ber

jo-jimochs@... wrote:

Mari , thank you for sharing that , I ma going to look for Now breand , I like

my Stevita very much but if Now is cheaper I can change .or maybe it will be

even better. Jo

-------------- Original message --------------

From: Mari Schaefer

I love the NOW brand of white stevia powder. The smaller containers come with a

very tiny spoon--which is all you need for individual servings or maybe even

less! The trick is not to overdo it--or there will be a licorice like

aftertaste.

Other brands are so " diluted " it is hard to know what to use. The NOW brand also

comes in a economical one pound container, which is what I buy now so that I can

give samples to people who would like to cut their sugar consumption but think

they can't. The only thing I now use sugar for is feeding my sourdough starter--

1/2 teaspoon along with the flour.

It's wonderful in coconut milk, teas, juices, shakes made with whey, chocolate

(hot or cold), sugar free fruit spreads or sauces, yogurt, or in combinaton with

other sweetners such as honey, maple syrup or sugar--only you can use much less

of these and still have the desired sweetness. For a 32 ounce container of plain

yogurt, I use a rounded 1/4 teaspoon NOW stevia and vanilla to taste. I often

add some coconut milk to make it even better.

My husband loves frozen grapefruit juice--quite watered down, sweetened with

stevia. It is delicious and refressing and I guess contributes to alkalinity. A

small amount of stevia seems to bring out the beautiful fruity flavors of some

of the herbal teas. Stevia with a drop or two of vanilla is wonderful in some of

the nice green teas (I like Long Life decaffinated).

And there is some evidence that stevia prevents tooth decay.

When I first purchased stevia, it just sat there because I didn't know what to

do with it. We hate to run out of NOW now ;-)

Mari

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Where do you get it for that price? The cheapest I found was the Wisdom Natural

9oz for $9.

Ber

jo-jimochs@... wrote:

WOW. I pay $14.25 for 16 oz. in powder form . the liquid would be $8.15 for

3.3 oz . so i guess I'll stick with Stevita . I love it and it is cheaper. Jo

-------------- Original message --------------

From: Wings

The NOW brand runs around $5.00 an oz. Not sure if that is cheaper than what you

are using or not.

Ber

jo-jimochs@... wrote:

Mari , thank you for sharing that , I ma going to look for Now breand , I like

my Stevita very much but if Now is cheaper I can change .or maybe it will be

even better. Jo

-------------- Original message --------------

From: Mari Schaefer

I love the NOW brand of white stevia powder. The smaller containers come with a

very tiny spoon--which is all you need for individual servings or maybe even

less! The trick is not to overdo it--or there will be a licorice like

aftertaste.

Other brands are so " diluted " it is hard to know what to use. The NOW brand also

comes in a economical one pound container, which is what I buy now so that I can

give samples to people who would like to cut their sugar consumption but think

they can't. The only thing I now use sugar for is feeding my sourdough starter--

1/2 teaspoon along with the flour.

It's wonderful in coconut milk, teas, juices, shakes made with whey, chocolate

(hot or cold), sugar free fruit spreads or sauces, yogurt, or in combinaton with

other sweetners such as honey, maple syrup or sugar--only you can use much less

of these and still have the desired sweetness. For a 32 ounce container of plain

yogurt, I use a rounded 1/4 teaspoon NOW stevia and vanilla to taste. I often

add some coconut milk to make it even better.

My husband loves frozen grapefruit juice--quite watered down, sweetened with

stevia. It is delicious and refressing and I guess contributes to alkalinity. A

small amount of stevia seems to bring out the beautiful fruity flavors of some

of the herbal teas. Stevia with a drop or two of vanilla is wonderful in some of

the nice green teas (I like Long Life decaffinated).

And there is some evidence that stevia prevents tooth decay.

When I first purchased stevia, it just sat there because I didn't know what to

do with it. We hate to run out of NOW now ;-)

Mari

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www.AZURESTANDARD.COM

they have a online catalog and will send you a free hard copy catalog with

first order if you request it , they carry lots of name brands at reasonable

prices . if you live within the truck routes shipping is free if you geta group

order of $400. I have ordered every month for years , I get all my bulk tea and

herbs as well as organic flour of all types and my VCO , MSM and STEVIA from

them . Jo

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From: Wings <wings2fly8@...>

Where do you get it for that price? The cheapest I found was the Wisdom Natural

9oz for $9.

Ber

jo-jimochs@... wrote:

WOW. I pay $14.25 for 16 oz. in powder form . the liquid would be $8.15 for 3.3

oz . so i guess I'll stick with Stevita . I love it and it is cheaper. Jo

-------------- Original message --------------

From: Wings

The NOW brand runs around $5.00 an oz. Not sure if that is cheaper than what you

are using or not.

Ber

jo-jimochs@... wrote:

Mari , thank you for sharing that , I ma going to look for Now breand , I like

my Stevita very much but if Now is cheaper I can change .or maybe it will be

even better. Jo

-------------- Original message --------------

From: Mari Schaefer

I love the NOW brand of white stevia powder. The smaller containers come with a

very tiny spoon--which is all you need for individual servings or maybe even

less! The trick is not to overdo it--or there will be a licorice like

aftertaste.

Other brands are so " diluted " it is hard to know what to use. The NOW brand also

comes in a economical one pound container, which is what I buy now so that I can

give samples to people who would like to cut their sugar consumption but think

they can't. The only thing I now use sugar for is feeding my sourdough starter--

1/2 teaspoon along with the flour.

It's wonderful in coconut milk, teas, juices, shakes made with whey, chocolate

(hot or cold), sugar free fruit spreads or sauces, yogurt, or in combinaton with

other sweetners such as honey, maple syrup or sugar--only you can use much less

of these and still have the desired sweetness. For a 32 ounce container of plain

yogurt, I use a rounded 1/4 teaspoon NOW stevia and vanilla to taste. I often

add some coconut milk to make it even better.

My husband loves frozen grapefruit juice--quite watered down, sweetened with

stevia. It is delicious and refressing and I guess contributes to alkalinity. A

small amount of stevia seems to bring out the beautiful fruity flavors of some

of the herbal teas. Stevia with a drop or two of vanilla is wonderful in some of

the nice green teas (I like Long Life decaffinated).

And there is some evidence that stevia prevents tooth decay.

When I first purchased stevia, it just sat there because I didn't know what to

do with it. We hate to run out of NOW now ;-)

Mari

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In a message dated 1/16/07 1:46:30 PM, julietut@... writes:

Does anyone use the sweetener Stevia

http://www.iherb.com/store/ProductsList.aspx?c=Herbs & cid=stevia

[Guest guest]

Reminds me of Splenda - bought it at a local nutrition center (like GNC) - it is

more expensive than other sweetners - doesn't seem to dissolve as well in cold

water

Hope that helps

T.

Fort Wayne, IN

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Date: 2007/01/16 Tue AM 11:25:08 CST

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Subject: Stevia

Does anyone use the sweetener Stevia?  And if so what do you think of it and

where to you buy it? Thanks,  Patty

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I have used it for myself. It's very sweet, but totally natural as opposed to the other sweetners out there.

I bought mine at the health food store. It's a bit pricey, but as I said very sweet, so a little goes a long way.

I think it has a bit of an aftertaste too, but worth the calorie savings. :-)

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Thank you for all the replies. After reading several sites it looks like Volcanic Nectar Agave Nectar is what I will try.

Patty

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I found stevia to be the best way to stay well! It boosts the immune

system! NEVER get a sore throat anymore! My kids never have runny

noses or any sicknesses with stevia. BUT the one that is not

bleached. It is a leaf and sound be green to get the best effects.

Cheers!

Pamela

>

> I have used it for myself. It's very sweet, but totally natural as

opposed to the other sweetners out there.

>

> I bought mine at the health food store. It's a bit pricey, but as I

said very sweet, so a little goes a long way.

>

> I think it has a bit of an aftertaste too, but worth the calorie

savings. :-)

>

>

> Carol in IL

> Mom to seven including , 6 with TOF, AVcanal, GERD, LS,

Asthma, subglottal stenosis, and DS.

>

> My problem is not how I look. It's how you see me.

>

>

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> Stevia

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> Does anyone use the sweetener Stevia? And if so what do you think

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>

> Thanks, Patty

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Pamela,

Do you get a the health food store, or do some grocery stores carry it? Do you use it as a sweetener? Or am I totally mixed up?!

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Thursday, January 25, 2007, 12:52:09 PM, you wrote:

> Hi

> Does anyone know how to use this? How much stevia in place of normal

> sugar. Also does it make cakes rise the same as sugar. Stevia is 3-400 times

as sweet as sugar so the amounts used will be vastly different. There is also

a difference between how much raw stevia as opposed to how much stevia extract.

I saw a conversion chart once, but can't seem to find it at the moment.

Stevia will not carmelize like sugar does- so not good for candies jellies or

jams. There are recipes available using stevia, this would be much easier

than trying to convert one from sugar.

> I want to grow from seed, anyone had luck growing from seed, and any

> tips gratefully received, special soil etc. or is it better buying a

> plant. Growing from seed is very tricky, its been suggested that you get

rooted cuttings. Germination rate for seeds is fairly low, but it can be done

if you insist. You may be disappointed in the level of sweetness- taking

cuttings from a known sweet plant will be much more satisfactory. Our local

nursery seems to have a good supply of quality plants at relatively low prices-

saves a lot of time and headaches.

> When do you pick leaves or does it matter, and do you just dry them? Leaves

can be picked at any time during the growing season, but the major harvest

should be in the fall just before it frosts. The leaves can be dried and kept

in airtight containers indefinitely. They don't seem to lose potency over

time- just keep away from direct sunlight.

They are very easy to grow but may not do well over the winter. They don't

like temps below 50F If you have a sunny window they could be brought inside

over the winter.

zoe

[Guest guest]

>

> Thanks Zoe for info.

Plant it is then!

>

>

[Guest guest]

To tell u the truth, I wouldnt trust those. Considering that major food

companies are jumping on the " organic " bandwagon and putting out false

products to trick you into buying their chemical laced products.

>

> i found stevia in shoprite as well as walmart!!!

>

[Guest guest]

Not trader joes! Now if you go to a regular grocery store and they have an

organic isle, I always wonder if they aren't actually regular foods with the

organic lable slapped on top. Trader Joes can be trusted. Gelson's also,

don't know if you have one, but they have an organic dept. but they are

quite expensive.

>From: " Dashaun " <young.cutthroat@...>

>Reply-

>

>Subject: Re: stevia

>Date: Sun, 20 May 2007 14:56:50 -0000

>

>To tell u the truth, I wouldnt trust those. Considering that major food

>companies are jumping on the " organic " bandwagon and putting out false

>products to trick you into buying their chemical laced products.

>

>

> >

> > i found stevia in shoprite as well as walmart!!!

> >

>

>

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