Summary: As demand surges for healthier alternatives to sugar, natural sweeteners like stevia, monk fruit, and erythritol dominate product innovation. But selecting the perfect fit isn't just about sweetness—it's a strategic balancing act. Here's what matters most: 🔹 Regulatory Hurdles Not all sweeteners are approved globally! Monk fruit extract faces strict EU restrictions, while high-purity stevia (like Reb M 95%) enjoys broad acceptance. Always verify local regulations first. 🔹 Taste is King Consumers reject off-flavors. Monk fruit offers a clean profile, while traditional stevia can have bitterness. Pro tip: Next-gen stevia (Reb M 95%) now rivals sugar’s taste. 🔹 Cost Efficiency Compare sweetness-per-dollar : Reb M 95%: $0.50/kg (sugar-equivalent) Monk Fruit: $1.45/kg Erythritol: $2.57/kg 🔹 Functional Performance Heat stability, solubility, and pH tolerance vary: Stevia excels in acidic drinks (pH 2-8) Monk fruit handles dairy/UHT...
What is plant extract? When talking about plant extract, firstly, we think it ’ s a natural approach to get some organic substance that may potentially treat our disease. Indeed, natural ingredients are widely applied in various areas, including healthy nutrition supplements, therapeutic drugs, skincare materials, and food additives. Plant extracts are products formed by taking plants as raw materials and obtaining or concentrating one or more substances in plants through the extraction and separation process according to the needs of the use of the final product, generally without changing the original ingredients of the plant. The separation methods of plant extract, typically from ancient to modern, have been continuously improved and optimized by researchers, mainly improving the purity and efficiency of the active ingredient in plants. Now the primary herb extraction method includes steam distillation, solvent extraction(alcohol), Ultrasound Extraction (Sonication), and Supercriti...