The scoop on Truvia™ natural sweetener

Truvia™ natural sweetener is a zero-calorie sweetener made with the best tasting part of the stevia plant.

Stevia is a plant (specifically, a member of the chrysanthemum family) native to portions of northeastern Paraguay. It has been used to sweeten foods and beverages for more than 200 years.

Unlike most stevia-based sweeteners, which are typically a mixture of many components from the stevia leaf, Truvia™ natural sweetener is made from rebiana, the best tasting part of the stevia leaf.

Truvia™ natural sweetener is made from rebiana, the best tasting part of the stevia leaf, erythritol and natural flavors. See our ingredients page for more detailed information.

It basically comes down to taste. Some people prefer the taste of natural sweeteners as opposed to artificial ones. Some prefer the origin too. Truvia™ natural sweetener is natural and versatile, which makes it something everyone can enjoy.

No. While rebiana comes from a plant, it is not certified or grown organically at this time.

In a word, yes. See our recipe section for our chef-created and chef-tested recipes, as well as a Truvia™ conversion chart. Currently there is no bulk-baking product available, but watch for it at your local store!

Erythritol is an all-natural, non-caloric sweetener, used as an ingredient that provides bulk for the tabletop form of Truvia™ rebiana. Bulking agents are additives that increase the bulk and contribute to the texture of a food. Erythritol has been part of the human diet for thousands of years as it is present in fruits such as pears, melons and grapes, as well as foods such as mushrooms and fermentation-derived foods such as wine, soy sauce and cheese. It is added to foods and beverages to provide sweetness, as well as to enhance taste and texture.

Yes, Truvia™ natural sweetener is safe for people with diabetes. It has no effect on the glycemic index.

No, the FDA has not approved all of stevia. The FDA issued a no-objection letter affirming and supporting the safety of rebiana, a well-characterized, 97% high-purity ingredient derived from the best-tasting part of the stevia leaf.

The recent action by FDA only applies to products meeting the specifications of rebiana.

Natural flavors are used to bring out the best of Truvia™'s natural sweetener, like pepper or salt or any other spice that would be used to heighten the taste of food.