From Leaves
In a few species of plants the leaves are sweet and can be used as sweeteners.
- Stevia spp. can be used whole, or dried and powdered to sweeten food or drink. Uniquely, stevia contains no carbohydrates or calories.
- Jiaogulan (Gynostemma pentaphyllum), has sweet leaves, although not as sweet as Stevia.
Read more about this topic: List Of Unrefined Sweeteners
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