Stevia is a natural zero-calorie sweetener for beverages, bakery, and confectionery, providing sweetness derived from Stevia rebaudiana plant leaves. This plant-based sweetener offers approximately 200-300 times the sweetness of sugar with clean-label appeal. As consumer demand for natural ingredients grows, Stevia provides manufacturers with effective sugar reduction while maintaining product sweetness and meeting clean-label requirements. Industry Applications: Natural beverage formulation, organic confectionery, clean-label bakery, yogurt production, and health-focused product development.