Truvia® FAQ: Health Information & Safety
Have a question about Truvia Sweetener products? We have answers. Simply click the links below to navigate. If you can't find what you're looking for, please contact us.Are Truvia and Stevia the same?
No. Steviol glycosides (Stevia leaf extract) is a key ingredient in Truvia Sweeteners. Each delicious taste of Truvia Sweetener contains purified extract made from the best-tasting parts of the stevia plant.
Ingredients
What is Truvia Natural Sweetener made from?
Truvia Natural Sweetener in Spoonable jar and sachets form, contains three ingredients: erythritol, stevia leaf extract (steviol glycosides) and natural flavourings.
What is Stevia Leaf Extract (Steviol Glycosides)?
Stevia leaf extract also known as steviol glycosides comes from the stevia plant. Over 200 times sweeter than sugar, stevia leaf extract is the primary sweetening ingredient in Truvia Natural Sweetener.
What are the “Natural Flavours”?
Like pepper, salt or any other spice that would be used to heighten the taste of food, natural flavours are used to bring out the best of Truvia Natural Sweetener.
What is Erythritol?
Erythritol is used as an ingredient to provide bulk and the sugar-like crystalline appearance and texture for Truvia Natural Sweetener. Erythritol occurs in a variety of fruits, such as grapes and pears. The erythritol used in Truvia Natural Sweetener is produced through a fermentation process.
What is Chicory Root Fibre (Inulin)?
Chicory root fibre (inulin) is a fructan extracted from chicory root. Fructans occur in foods such as agave, artichokes, asparagus, chicory, leeks, garlic, onions, and wheat.
Products
What is Truvia Natural Sweetener?
Truvia Natural Sweetener adds low-calorie sweetness to foods and beverages. It’s available in Spoonable and sachet form. Click here for more info.
What is Truvia For Baking Caster?
Truvia for Baking Caster is a natural sweetener specifically formulated as a low sugar alternative for baking. With a mix of stevia leaf extract (steviol glycosides), erythritol, and chicory root fibre (inulin)– it sweetens, bakes, and measures spoon-for-spoon like caster sugar. Click here for more info.
What is Truvia For Baking Icing?
Truvia For Baking Icing is a low-calorie natural sweetener specifically formulated as an alternative for baking. With a mix of stevia leaf extract (steviol glycosides), erythritol and corn starch – it sweetens, bakes, and measures spoon-for-spoon like icing sugar. Whether you’re making iced cupcakes, cheesecake or dusting on doughnuts use Truvia For Baking Icing anywhere you use icing sugar. Click here for more info.
What is Truvia For Baking Brown?
Truvia For Baking Brown is a natural sweetener specifically formulated as a brown sugar alternative for baking. With a mix of stevia leaf extract (steviol glycosides), erythritol and a hint of molasses – it sweetens, bakes, and measures spoon-for-spoon like brown sugar. Perfect for sweet and savoury dishes, from marinades to dressings. We’ve specifically formulated to lift the deep, rich flavours in your cooking. Click here for more info.
How is Truvia For Baking Caster different from Truvia Natural Sweetener?
Truvia Natural Sweetener in Spoonable and sachet form is perfect for drinks. Truvia For Baking Caster has been specifically formulated to perform like sugar in baking. The small inclusion of chicory root fibre leaves your bakes light, golden and moist. It is easy to convert from full sugar recipes when using Truvia For Baking Caster, simply use spoon-for-spoon in exactly the same way you would sugar.
Where can I buy Truvia Sweetener products?
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How long do Truvia Sweetener products stay fresh?
The “best before” date is printed on all packages of Truvia Sweetener products. It is usually found on the bottom of the package or back panel.
Dietary Restrictions
Can people with diabetes use Truvia Natural Sweetener?
Yes! Truvia Natural Sweetener, in Spoonable and sachet form, does not contain sugar. For any questions or concerns, please consult your medical professional.
Are Truvia sweeteners keto-friendly?
Truvia Natural Sweetener and Truvia For Baking Sweeteners are keto-friendly.
Does Truvia contain any animal products?
Truvia Sweetener products do not contain animal products and are suitable for both vegetarians and vegans.
Do Truvia sweeteners contain GMOs?
Truvia Natural Sweetener products are certified Non-GMO by NSF’s True North Program. Visit their site for more information.
Is Truvia Kosher?
Truvia sweetener products are PARVE.
Is Truvia Gluten-Free?
Truvia sweetener products are gluten-free.
Is Truvia Organic?
Truvia sweetener products are not organic certified.
Safety
Is Truvia safe?
The safety of ingredients in Truvia sweetener products are well-established on a global basis.
Is Truvia safe for my medical conditions?
There are no known side effects of Truvia Sweetener products and they are not known to be contraindicated for any medical conditions. For any questions or concerns, please consult your medical professional.
Cooking/Baking
Can I cook and bake with Truvia Sweetener products?
Yes, Truvia Sweetener products can be used in cooking and baking. Truvia For Baking Caster Sweetener measures spoon-for-spoon like caster sugar and bakes and browns in recipes. Truvia For Baking Icing Sweetener measures and sweetens like icing sugar in recipes. Check out our recipes to get started today!
How much Truvia should I use when substituting for sugar?
Use our Truvia Sweetener conversion charts to achieve the best taste results when substituting for sugar in recipes. All Truvia For Baking products are spoon-for-spoon replacements to sugar so you can use the same amount of sweetener as you would caster sugar, icing sugar or brown sugar.
What recipes do you recommend?
Browse the recipes section for the latest goodies from our test kitchen.