05 Apr 2024 --- As consumers continue their search for healthier food options with lower sugar content, we explore the benefits of natural stevia sweeteners in F&B formulations. Nutrition Insight sits down with two leading stevia suppliers, Ingredion and Cargill, to discuss associated health benefits, market trends and sustainability. Megan DeStefano, senior director of strategic growth at Ingredion, sees a strong demand for functional beverages, foods and snacks where the company supports its customers. “In particular, in our plant-based proteins, where we have a strong sustainability program and 100% sourced and manufactured in North America, our fiber portfolio and our stevia portfolio that supports sugar reduction.”
