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Bloomingdale, IL-based Healthco, the ingredients division of NOW Foods, has named Stauber the exclusive distributor for Stevia FSE. Developed by NOW Foods/Healthco, Stevia FSE is an organic, enzyme-treated stevia sweetener with zero calories and a low glycemic impact.
Bitter aftertaste has been a primary concern with commonly used high Reb A stevias, both for manufacturers and consumers. The proprietary enzymatic processing method utilized with Stevia FSE virtually eliminates any bitter aftertaste, thus no flavorings or masking agents (such as erythritol) are needed. This natural enzyme treatment enhances its organoleptic (sensory) properties. NOP Certified Organic, Kosher and Halal, Stevia FSE is 60-100 times sweeter than sugar (sucrose).
In June 2011 NOW Health Group was issued a “No Objection” letter from FDA regarding the determination that Stevia FSE is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). Utilizing the platform of “general purpose non-nutritive sweetener for foods and beverages,” GRAS status allows manufacturers to add Stevia FSE in a variety of foods and beverages.
Bitter aftertaste has been a primary concern with commonly used high Reb A stevias, both for manufacturers and consumers. The proprietary enzymatic processing method utilized with Stevia FSE virtually eliminates any bitter aftertaste, thus no flavorings or masking agents (such as erythritol) are needed. This natural enzyme treatment enhances its organoleptic (sensory) properties. NOP Certified Organic, Kosher and Halal, Stevia FSE is 60-100 times sweeter than sugar (sucrose).
In June 2011 NOW Health Group was issued a “No Objection” letter from FDA regarding the determination that Stevia FSE is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). Utilizing the platform of “general purpose non-nutritive sweetener for foods and beverages,” GRAS status allows manufacturers to add Stevia FSE in a variety of foods and beverages.