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Stevioside[edit]

Stevioside is a glycoside derived from the leaves of the plant species Stevia rebaudiana, which is native to South America. It is one of the main sweetening agents found in the stevia plant and is known for its intense sweetness, being approximately 200 to 300 times sweeter than sucrose.

Chemical Structure[edit]

Stevioside is a diterpene glycoside composed of a steviol backbone with three glucose molecules attached. The chemical formula of stevioside is C₃₈H₆₀O₁₈. The structure consists of a central steviol unit, which is a kaurene-type diterpenoid, linked to three glucose units through glycosidic bonds.

Sources and Extraction[edit]

Stevioside is extracted from the leaves of Stevia rebaudiana. The extraction process typically involves drying the leaves, followed by water extraction and purification steps to isolate the stevioside compound. The purified stevioside is then used as a natural sweetener in various food and beverage products.

Uses[edit]

Stevioside is widely used as a non-caloric sweetener in many countries. It is particularly popular among individuals seeking to reduce their caloric intake or manage blood sugar levels. Stevioside is used in a variety of products, including soft drinks, desserts, and dietary supplements.

Health Effects[edit]

Stevioside has been studied for its potential health benefits and effects. It is considered safe for consumption by various health authorities, including the World Health Organization and the Food and Drug Administration. Some studies suggest that stevioside may have beneficial effects on blood pressure and glucose metabolism, although more research is needed to fully understand its impact on human health.

Regulatory Status[edit]

Stevioside is approved for use as a sweetener in many countries around the world. In the European Union, it is approved under the designation E960. In the United States, it is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for use in food products.

Related Compounds[edit]

Stevioside is one of several steviol glycosides found in Stevia rebaudiana. Other related compounds include rebaudioside A, rebaudioside C, and dulcoside A, each with varying degrees of sweetness and sensory profiles.

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-'''Stevioside''' is a natural [[sweetener]] extracted from the leaves of the plant species ''[[Stevia rebaudiana]]''. It is a type of [[glycoside]] that is 250-300 times sweeter than [[sucrose]], making it a popular sugar substitute. Stevioside has been used for many years in various cultures around the world, particularly in South America and Asia, for its sweetening properties and potential health benefits.
+== Stevioside ==
-== History ==
+[[File:Stevioside.svg|thumb|right|Chemical structure of Stevioside]]
-The ''Stevia rebaudiana'' plant, from which stevioside is derived, is native to [[Paraguay]] and Brazil. The indigenous [[Guarani people]] have used the leaves of the plant for hundreds of years to sweeten beverages and foods. The sweet compounds in the plant, including stevioside, were first isolated by French chemists in the 1930s.
+'''Stevioside''' is a [[glycoside]] derived from the leaves of the plant species ''[[Stevia rebaudiana]]'', which is native to [[South America]]. It is one of the main [[sweetening agents]] found in the [[stevia]] plant and is known for its intense sweetness, being approximately 200 to 300 times sweeter than [[sucrose]].
-== Extraction and Production ==
+== Chemical Structure ==
-Stevioside is extracted from the leaves of the ''Stevia rebaudiana'' plant through a process of water extraction, filtration, and drying. The dried extract is then purified to remove other compounds, leaving pure stevioside. This process is similar to the extraction of other natural sweeteners, such as [[monk fruit]] extract.
+Stevioside is a [[diterpene glycoside]] composed of a [[steviol]] backbone with three [[glucose]] molecules attached. The chemical formula of stevioside is C<sub>38</sub>H<sub>60</sub>O<sub>18</sub>. The structure consists of a central steviol unit, which is a [[kaurene]]-type diterpenoid, linked to three glucose units through glycosidic bonds.
-== Use and Applications ==
+== Sources and Extraction ==
-Stevioside is used as a sweetener in a wide range of food and beverage products, including soft drinks, juices, yogurt, baked goods, and candy. It is also used in dietary supplements and some medicines due to its potential health benefits. Stevioside is heat stable, pH stable, and non-fermentable, making it suitable for use in a variety of cooking and baking applications.
+Stevioside is extracted from the leaves of ''Stevia rebaudiana''. The extraction process typically involves drying the leaves, followed by water extraction and purification steps to isolate the stevioside compound. The purified stevioside is then used as a natural sweetener in various food and beverage products.
+== Uses ==
+Stevioside is widely used as a [[non-caloric sweetener]] in many countries. It is particularly popular among individuals seeking to reduce their [[caloric intake]] or manage [[blood sugar levels]]. Stevioside is used in a variety of products, including [[soft drinks]], [[desserts]], and [[dietary supplements]].
 == Health Effects ==
-Stevioside has been studied for its potential health benefits, particularly in relation to [[diabetes]] and [[obesity]]. Some studies suggest that it may help to regulate blood sugar levels and reduce calorie intake. However, more research is needed to fully understand the health effects of stevioside.
+Stevioside has been studied for its potential health benefits and effects. It is considered safe for consumption by various health authorities, including the [[World Health Organization]] and the [[Food and Drug Administration]]. Some studies suggest that stevioside may have beneficial effects on [[blood pressure]] and [[glucose metabolism]], although more research is needed to fully understand its impact on human health.
 == Regulatory Status ==
-The regulatory status of stevioside varies by country. In the United States, the [[Food and Drug Administration]] (FDA) has designated stevioside as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) for use in food and beverages. In the European Union, stevioside is approved as a food additive.
+Stevioside is approved for use as a sweetener in many countries around the world. In the [[European Union]], it is approved under the designation E960. In the [[United States]], it is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for use in food products.
+== Related Compounds ==
+Stevioside is one of several [[steviol glycosides]] found in ''Stevia rebaudiana''. Other related compounds include [[rebaudioside A]], [[rebaudioside C]], and [[dulcoside A]], each with varying degrees of sweetness and sensory profiles.
-== See Also ==
+== Related Pages ==
 * [[Stevia]]
-* [[Sugar substitute]]
 * [[Glycoside]]
-* [[Food and Drug Administration]]
+* [[Non-caloric sweetener]]
+* [[Steviol]]
 [[Category:Sweeteners]]
-[[Category:Natural products]]
+[[Category:Glycosides]]
-[[Category:Food additives]]
+[[Category:Stevia]]
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