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14 April 2010 - Today, the European Food Safety Agency published a scientific opinion on the safety of steviol glycosides as sweeteners in food. The agency concluded that steviol glycosides are not carcinogenic, genotoxic or associated with any reproductive/developmental toxicity.

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Vancouver (PRWEB) January 4, 2010 -- Zerovia International Corporation, which was formed in September 2009 and is led by a group of experienced and customer-oriented professionals, plans to launch Zerovia sweetener in February 2010. Zerovia is unique for its taste, natural and health benefits, and excellent quality control behind the product.

Manufacturers in France are gearing up to start using high purity stevia extract Reb A as soon as approval is signed off, according to a supplier, making use of an anticipated two-year window before full European approval.

From Stevia Info - 2008-12-20

The FDA has finally approved the use of the all natural, zero calorie sweetener Stevia in food, soft drinks and other drinks. The most interesting point about this sweetener is it has been available in natural food stores for many years and has been actively promoted as one of the safest alternative to sugar.

The French government has approved the use of stevia sweeteners with 97 per cent purity rebaudioside A (Reb A), officially opening up the first EU market for products containing the much-anticipated ingredient.