Monk Fruit Extract
Product Offerings
Stevia grades available with Herboveda India
- White to off-white free flowing pure extract powder.
- 150 – 200 times as sweet as cane sugar with slight bitter aftertaste in high concentration conditions.
- Sweetness stays longer in the mouth and does not disappear easily.
- The melting point is 196 º -198 º.
- Stevioside 85% is able to endure high temperature.
- Easily dissolvable in ethanol and water..
- White to off-white free flowing pure extract powder.
- 180-280 times as sweet as cane sugar with slight bitter aftertaste in high concentration conditions.
- Sweetness stays longer in the mouth and does not disappear easily.
- The melting point is 196 º -198 º.
- Easily dissolvable in ethanol.
- White to off-white free flowing pure extract powder.
- 300 – 350 times as sweet as cane sugar with slight bitter aftertaste in high concentration conditions.
- Sweetness stays longer in the mouth and doesnot disappear easily.
- The melting point is 196 º -198 º.
- Stevioside 95% is able to endure high temperature.
- Easily dissolvable in ethanol.
- White to off-white free flowing pure extract powder.
- 100 times sweeter than sugar.
- Is more like cane sugar, without the bitter taste.
- Easily soluble in water and is stable in food processing conditions (acidity and heating).
- White to off-white crystalline powder.
- It is about 350-380 times as sweet as the cane sugar while the calorie is only 1/300th of the cane sugar.
- Its taste is much closer to the cane sugar without any bitter taste.
- The melting point is 196º-198 º.
- It is resistant to high temperature and more stable in acidic and alkali solution (PH 5-7).
- It can better the foods’ tastes and improve the quality of the products.
- White to off-white crystalline powder.
- It is about 400-450 times as sweet as the cane sugar while the calorie is only 1/300th of the cane sugar.
- Its taste is much closer to the cane sugar without any bitter taste.
- The melting point is 196º-198 º.
- It is resistant to high temperature and more stable in acidic and alkali solution (PH 5-7).
- It can better the foods’ tastes and improve the quality of the products.
Monk Fruit Extract – Overview
Recent study shows that more and more consumers and food and beverage manufacturers are becoming aware and have started endorsing the true value of Stevia and its positive effects on our health. A 21st century consumer is a discerning and a conscience user who recognizes the magnitude of wellbeing. Keeping the end user in mind, Herboveda India’s aim solely is to provide 100% herbal, natural calorie free sugar substance which is extracted from the leaves of a shrub, scientifically known as Stevia Rebaudiana Bertoni, and has been in use for the last 200 years in South America.
Constantly used by ancient civilizations and wise men across the globe, the wondrous Stevia plant is a natural sweetener and has been known to cure a number of ailments like fever, stomatitis, headaches, asthma, thirst, tuberculosis and caries of the teeth.
Being full of glycosides, Stevia is known to reverse diabetes as it helps promote insulin production. Devoid of any added chemicals, Stevia is known to inhibit the growth of oral bacteria and users can also experience a significant decrease in gum diseases.
Guilt-Free Goodness of Stevia:
- Zero Calories and no Carbohydrates
- Natural sweetener that lacks any chemical components
- Known to cure varied ailments
- Completely natural herbal sweetener
- Great alternative for sugar and safe for diabetics and the health conscious
Earliest Use
For centuries, the Guaraní tribes of Paraguay and Brazil used stevia, which they called ka’a he’ê (“sweet herb”), as a sweetener in yerba mate and medicinal teas for treating heartburn and other ailments.
Discovery
In 1899, The Swiss botanist Moisés Santiago Bertoni first described the plant and the sweet taste in detail. But only limited research was conducted on the topic, until in 1931, two French chemists isolated the glycosides, namely ‘Stevioside’ and ‘Rebaudioside’ that give Stevia its sweet taste.
Prominence
During WW II, sugar shortages prompted England to begin investigation of stevia for use as a sweetener. Cultivation began under the direction of the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew, but the project was abandoned in the aftermath of the war. Japan began cultivating stevia in hothouses in the 1950’s. By the 1970’s, Japan started using stevia commercially and today, they are the biggest users of the extract, which has captured 50% of Japan’s sweetener industry.
Benefits
While Stevia is very popular as a natural sweetener, few people would know of its miraculous healing properties in the treatment and control of a host of common diseases. It is especially useful in the treatment and management of diabetes and hypertension (blood pressure) and is well known as a plaque retardant.
Stevia – Preventive Control for Diabetes:
According to WHO, about 300 million people will suffer from diabetes by 2025. Studies reveal that about 2 people in the world are affected with diabetes every 10 seconds with India leading the way as the diabetic capital of the world.
The ailment of diabetes is caused when body does not produce or properly utilize the insulin produced. Consequently causing gangrene, amputation, adult blindness and end-stage renal disease (ESRD), diabetes is responsible for affecting the lives of millions of people around the world. Diabetes mellitus is categorized by regularly high levels of blood glucose (sugar) in the human body. The body has to be able to sustain the blood glucose levels in a narrow range, which is done by the elements of insulin and glucagon. The continually high levels of sugar in the body can cause kidney failure, cardiovascular problems and neuropathy.
The ever increasing endemic of diabetes can be controlled by the incredible Stevia plant. Research conducted by Dutch and Japanese scientists in 2003 have revealed that continuous intake of Stevia, induces the beta cells of pancreas to produce more insulin. This in turn reduces the dependence on oral as well as injectable insulin and controls diabetes.
Sugar rich products have become a way of life and over the years have permeated all levels of the food processing industry. However sugar is responsible for teeth decay and in highly concentrated forms reduces the effects of other herbal elements. The naturally occurring Stevia plant is 250 to 300 times sweeter than sugar and possesses anti-bacterial properties that remove plaque while improving the overall condition of the teeth. The remarkable characteristics of Stevia make it ideal for use in toothpastes and dental powders as well as an alternative for sugar in food products.
A creation of remarkable natural components, the Stevia herb possesses the capacity to cure a range of ailments and keep health problems at bay. Diabetics have been known to suffer from hypertension which in turn further aggravates the decline of health. The extraordinary healing trait of the Stevia plant enables it to treat chronic hypertension and improve overall health.
Stevia leaves when dried contain numerous vitamins and trace elements like Selenium, Cobalt and Chromium. These elements are powerful antioxidants and improve overall health.
The indigenous people of Paraguay have used Stevia for centuries for improving digestive and intestinal functions. Capable of calming the stomach when upset, Stevia also assists in a swifter recovery from minor disorders.
The incredible antiseptic properties of Stevia allow it to be used on the skin as well. Protecting the skin against ageing, Stevia also removes acne and protects the human skin from various other skin problems. The antibacterial property of the Stevia plant makes it extremely efficient for treating cuts as it accelerates the healing period while simultaneously destroying the harmful bacteria.
Apart from having zero calories, the incredible trait of Stevia to reduce hunger pangs and satiate sooner enables it to aid the weight reduction process. The natural composition of Stevia makes it an ideal tonic for reducing weight.
According to some research on Stevia, the all natural Stevia plant and its extracts reduce the yearning for tobacco and its products along with alcohol and greasy food products.
The anti-microbial trait of the Stevia plant enables it to hinder the reproduction of harmful bacteria along with a host of other highly contagious organisms that spur various health problems. Continual usage of Stevia results in diminished occurrences of cold and flu.
Though the tests and research on Stevia is an ongoing process, certain studies indicate that Stevia could be extremely effective in strengthening the cardio vascular system of the human body.
- It kills fungi and viruses
- Reduces inflammation
- Enhances energy and mental activity
- Removes dandruff and allows the hair to retain its natural colour
- Improves glucose tolerance levels and diminishes glucose absorption
- Non-glycemic
- pH stable (3-9)
- Completely safe for use by children
Applications & Usage
In December 2008, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use of high quality Stevia extract in food and beverages. This positive movement resulted in the removal of restrictions on the use of Stevia as an ingredient in many countries and is widely accepted to be consumed as a dietary supplement.
Here is a list of some of the applications for which Stevia is suitable:
- Soft drinks, fruit juices
- Table top sweetener for tea, coffee and beverages
- Ice cream, yoghurts, sherbets
- Pastries, pies, baking
- Jams, sauces, pickles
- Jellies and deserts
- Chewing gum
- Candies and confectioneries
- Sea foods and vegetables
- Weight-watchers diets
- Diabetic diet
- Alcoholic beverage