Stevia is a natural high-intensity sweetener that is an extract of Stevia Rebaudiana plant. Active compounds of stevia include steviol glycosides, primarily rebaudioside and stevioside. It is 200-350 times sweeter than sugar and has zero calorie content in them. Stevia has very low glycemic index and it does not trigger blood sugar levels, which makes it appropriate for diabetic patients. It is non-cariogenic in nature which makes it gentle on teeth ensuing in good dental health. Although, stevia rebaudiana plant is native to Latin America, however, it is commercially grown in Mexico, Asia Pacific and some parts of the U.S. and Europe. The global market for stevia is segregated on the basis of extract type and application. Based on extract type, the global stevia market is segmented into powder liquid and leaf. Liquid extract is further segmented into dark liquid extract and clear liquid extract. Powder extract is further segmented into stevia blends and sweet glycosides. Powder extr...