The piece I wrote on artificial sweeteners two days ago did not include Stevia. A few posters asked me what I thought of it. I did a little research, it's not conclusive but the safety of Stevia has been called into question again after scientists at the University of California said further tests were needed on potential cancer causing properties before the sweetener is used in food and drink. Are you surprised? Stevia is permitted for sale as a dietary supplement in the US on the basis of its low glycemic index. However, it does not have FDA GRAS (generally recognized as safe) status for use in food and beverages.
So what are the big boys doing about it? Follow me over the jump.
