Stevia is a plant of the Chrysanthemum family known as Stevia Rebaudiana.The leaves have been used as a sweetener in South America for over hundreds of years. Stevia is 300 times sweeter than regular sugar with a minimal aftertaste, yet it is suitable for sugar-sensitive people, such as diabetics.

According to Dr. Gillian McKeith’s Living Food for Health, Stevia will not cause cavities and is heat-resistant enough for use in baking, cooking, and can help reduce your usual intake of refined sugar.

To replace your sugar intake, you can put it in your coffee or tea, cereals, smoothies, as well as yoghurt. Add a small pinch to your desired taste.