The Scoop on Truvía® Natural Sweetener

What is Truvía® sweetener?

Truvía® sweetener is natural, great-tasting sweetness born from the leaves of the stevia plant.

What is stevia?

Stevia is a member of the chrysanthemum family native to northeastern Paraguay. The plant has been used to sweeten foods and beverages for hundreds of years.

What makes Truvía® sweetener better than other stevia-based sweeteners?

Most stevia-based sweeteners are a mixture of many components of the plant. Truvía® sweetener uses Truvía® stevia leaf extract, which is made from the best tasting part of the stevia leaf.

What are the ingredients of Truvía® natural sweetener?

Truvía® natural sweetener is made from stevia leaf extract, erythritol and natural flavors. See our About page for more information.

What is erythritol?

Erythritol is a natural, non-caloric sweetener, used as an ingredient that provides bulk for the tabletop form ofTruvía® stevia leaf extract. Bulking agents are ingredients 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.

What are the benefits of natural vs. artificial sweeteners?

It really comes down to taste. Some people simply prefer the taste of natural sweeteners when compared to artificial. Some prefer the origin too. Truvía® natural sweetener is natural and versatile, which is something everyone can enjoy.

Is Truvía® sweetener organic?

No. While Truvía® stevia leaf extract comes from a plant, it is not certified or grown organically at this time.


Can Truvía® natural sweetener be used in cooking and baking?

Absolutely. Browse the recipe section for the latest goodies from our Test Kitchen, as well as a Truvía® conversion chart.

And be sure to give Truvía® Baking Blend a try. It’s a mix of Truvía® natural sweetener and sugar. It bakes and browns like sugar with 75% fewer calories per serving.

Is Truvía® natural sweetener safe for diabetics to use?

Studies show that consumption of Truvía® natural sweetener has no effect on the glycemic index and is well tolerated by type 2 diabetics. Truvía® Baking Blend contains 1 gram of sugar per ½ teaspoon.

Is Truvía® sweetener gluten-free?

Yes, Truvía® natural sweetener and Truvía® Baking Blend are gluten-free.

What are the natural flavors in Truvía® natural sweetener?

Like pepper, salt or any other spice that would be used to heighten the taste of food, natural flavors are used to bring out the best in Truvía® natural sweetener.

Has the FDA approved stevia?

No, the FDA has not approved all stevia. In December 2008, the FDA issued a no-objection letter affirming and supporting the safety of stevia leaf extract, a well-characterized, high-purity ingredient derived from the best tasting part of the stevia leaf. This stevia leaf extract is used in Truvía® natural sweetener and Truvía® Baking Blend.

The action by the FDA only applies to products meeting the specifications of Truvía® stevia leaf extract.