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4 Uses For Fresh Stevia Leaves
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Most of you probably know stevia as the sweet white powder every slightest health-hacker has in their cupboard. Many of you might not even know that it actually used to be a herb - before the processing, the refining and the additives. But while the world is stocking up on the highly refined white miracle powder, we have found ways to successfully use fresh home-grown stevia leaves and the stevia powder au naturale - green and flavorful.
1. Tea and other beverages
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If your tea asks for a little bit of a sweet kick, add stevia leaves to it. Put them in as a whole or pluck them in pieces - it's your call. Don't overdo it though - even fresh, stevia can be quite sweet. So we'd suggest starting with series of experiments to find the amount that works best for you.
2. Smoothies
The idea of adding something processed, sticky, sugary and indulg-y to your breakfast green blend might seem to ruin the point of a healthy smoothie. If you like to start your day with a clean slate, skip the processed sweeteners (maple syrup, sugar, agave syrup etc), and grab a leaf of stevia. Fresh, green, sweet and good - add it to your smoothie ingredients and blend away! Again - test the sweetness; even 2 stevia leaves can seem too much for most people.
3. Snack
Stevia leaf is a great snack for when you're craving something sweet and naughty. Except stevia is not naughty at all. Zero calories and serious sweetness that lingers on your taste buds long after the leaf is gone. Trust us, you'll need no candy or chocolate anymore.
4. Home-made Stevia powder
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