Stevia, also known as stevioside, has a chemical formula of C38H60O18 and is a glycoside extracted from the leaves of the Asteraceae plant Stevia rebaudiana. Stevia is native to Paraguay and Brazil. It has the characteristics of high sweetness and low calorie. Its sweetness is 200-300 times that of sucrose, and its caloric value is only 1/300 of sucrose.
▶Appearance: white powder
▶Alias: Steviol glycosides, stevioside
▶CAS number: 57817-89-7
▶Molecular formula: C38H60O18
▶Molecular weight: 804.872
Appearance
Steviol glycosides are stable in acid and salt solutions and are relatively stable at room temperature. Easily soluble in water, it quickly absorbs moisture in the air, with a solubility of over 40% at room temperature. When stevioside is used together with citric acid or glycine, it has a good taste; when combined with other sweeteners such as sucrose and fructose, it has a better taste. It is not absorbed and does not generate heat after consumption, so it is a good natural sweetener for patients with diabetes and obesity.
Function
It is a natural low-calorie sweetener. The caloric value of stevia is only 1/300 of sucrose. It is not absorbed by the human body and does not generate heat. It is a suitable sweetener for patients with diabetes and obesity. When stevia is mixed with sucrose or isomerized sugar, its sweetness can be increased and its taste improved. Can be used in candies, pastries, beverages, solid beverages, fried snacks, seasonings, and preserves. Use appropriate amount according to production needs.
Application
The sweetness is 250~450 times that of sucrose, with a slight astringency. Stevia A glycoside has obvious bitterness and a certain degree of astringency and menthol taste. The taste characteristics are worse than Stevia diglycoside A, moderately delicious and pure. It has less aftertaste and is the natural sweetener closest to sugar. However, there will be an odor when the concentration is high.
Steviol glycosides are stable in acid and salt solutions and are relatively stable at room temperature. Easily soluble in water, it quickly absorbs moisture in the air, with a solubility of over 40% at room temperature. When stevioside is used together with citric acid or glycine, it has a good taste; when combined with other sweeteners such as sucrose and fructose, it has a better taste. It is not absorbed and does not generate heat after consumption, so it is a good natural sweetener for patients with diabetes and obesity.
Article Written By: Coco Wang
Post time: Feb-07-2024