- What is Pure Via™?
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The main sweetening ingredient in Pure Via is the steviol glycosides. It is blended with dextrose (a carbohydrate derived from corn), cellulose powder, and flavors to create a sweetener with a clean, crisp taste.
- What are the ingredients in Pure Via™?
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The main sweetening ingredient in Pure Via is the steviol glycosides. It is blended with dextrose (a carbohydrate found in fruits, honey and grains), cellulose powder, and flavors to create a sweetener with a clean, crisp taste.
- What is stevia?
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Stevia, a member of the Chrysanthemum family, has been used as a sweetener in South America for hundreds of years. Today stevia is used to sweeten foods and beverages in countries throughout the world.
- What is steviol glycoside?
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Steviol glycosides are the sweetest components extracted from the stevia leaf. Steviol glycosides are more than 200 times sweeter than sugar and have no calories.
- What is dextrose?
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Dextrose is a carbohydrate used as an ingredient that provides bulk for the tabletop form of Pure Via. Bulking agents are ingredients that increase the bulk and contribute to the texture of a food. Our dextrose is derived from corn. Dextrose is also found in fruits, honey and grains.
- What is cellulose powder?
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Cellulose powder is a dietary fiber that is derived from fibrous plants. It helps gives Pure Via a flow and texture similar to sugar.
- How does the sweetness of Pure Via™ compare to sugar?
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Pure Via’s sweetness intensity is similar to that of sugar. Each packet of Pure Via is equivalent to 2 teaspoons of sugar. Pure Via is an alternative to sugar and can be enjoyed by anyone who wants the indulgent taste of sugar without all the calories.
- Does research support the safe use of Pure Via™?
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Yes. An extensive library of more than 85 studies exists for Reb A (steviol glycoside) and other components of the stevia plant which supports Reb A’s use in tabletop sweeteners and other products.
- Can Pure Via™ be used by people with diabetes?
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With zero calories and just one gram of carbohydrate per serving, Pure Via is suitable for people with diabetes. Pure Via offers people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes greater variety and flexibility in budgeting total carbohydrate intake.
- How can Pure Via™ help with weight management?
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As a zero calorie, sugar alternative, Pure Via can help reduce or replace the calories in foods and beverages. Consuming beverages and foods with Pure Via instead of sugar, along with regular physical activity, may help people achieve their weight management goals.
- Is Pure Via™ Kosher?
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Pure Via has been certified Kosher (Parve) by the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations.
- Can you cook and bake with Pure Via™?
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Yes. See our recipe section for a variety of great tasting recipes. Pure Via is best in recipes where sugar is used primarily to sweeten.