EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PHILIPPINE STEVIA

EVERYTHING YOU NEED

TO KNOW ABOUT

PHILIPPINE STEVIA

A collection of articles

we have written about this healthy

alternative to sugar in one FREE E-book!

Edited by Homer Nievera, CDE, CVM, CCM

Content Writers PH

THE FIRST E-BOOK ON STEVIA IN THE PHILIPPINES

Editor's Message

Hi Health Enthusiasts!

This is indeed, is the very first e-book written on Stevia in the Philippines. We have

produced a lot of articles on the subject -- and still are -- and have curated them to be

easily downloaded by those seeking information on the subject.

We hope you find time to share whatever knowledge you gain from this e-book. Our goal

is to reach as many as people as possible so as to bring forth our advocacy of pushing

sugar alternatives such as Stevia to help curb diabetes which is now the number cause

of death in the Philippines. Sadly, even the younger generation has been suffering from

this debilitating, yet preventable disease.

Take note that there is a brand (and kind) of Stevia that is grown locally. Personally, I find it

better tasting than imported ones. That's besides the fact that by buying local Stevia, we

are helping local farmers and the local economy, too!

So, read on and spread the good news of an alternative to Stevia!

Homer Nievera

Homer Nievera

Editor

Content Writers PH

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: This e-book is brought to you by the makers of Sweet & Fit Stevia

brand.



Table Of Contents

Editor's Message 1

Stevia Nutrition Facts 17

Where can I buy Sweet and Fit Stevia in the

Philippines? 18

Where is Stevia from? 20

How did Stevia end up in the Philippines? 20

So where can I buy Stevia in the Philippines? 21

Lower Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Levels

while Fighting Diabetes 24

Diminish Risk of Pancreatic Cancer and Oral

Disease 25

Helps Maintain a Well Balanced Diet 26

Helps Fight Allergies 26

Prevents Cancer 26

Final Verdict 27

So Exactly How Sweet Is Stevia? 33

Sweet and Fit Stevia 33

Grow. Harvest. Extract. 36

Re ne. Purify. Package. 37




Introduction to Stevia 45

Maura de Leon: Queen of Philippine Stevia 45

The Interview of Queen of Philippine Stevia 47

Stevia Production and Sustainability 49


Stevia is the Healthiest Sweetener 53

Stevia Application 54

So What Is Stevia? 58

What Are The Health Bene ts Of Stevia? 59

Is Stevia Safe? 61

How Do You Cook With Stevia? 62

Sweet and Fit Stevia Products 62

Where to buy Stevia in the Philippines? 64

Level Up Your Coffee Experience 70

Why You Should Choose The Best Coffee For

Of ce Workers 72

Bene ts Of Great Coffee 73

The Magic of Glorious Blend Coffee 74

Where to Buy Glorious Blend Products? 75

Top 5 Reasons of Why Filipino Workaholics

Should Choose Glorious Blend: 77


Philippines? 93


WHAT IS STEVIA AND WHERE DOES IT COME FROM?

Negosentro | What is Stevia and its Origin? | People are taking their health and fitness

seriously, and that means they are maintaining a regular exercise regiment and a proper diet.

Although everyone has their own targets and needs, one of the most popular goals has always

been weight loss. Not only does maintaining a healthy weight give you a better chance of living

a longer life, but you often gain confidence in how you look. A big factor when it comes to this is

diet.

Counting calories has always been a method for those monitoring their weight, and this often

means that they have to sacrifice a lot of their best-tasting favorites in order to stay within their

threshold. The best-tasting food, such as fried and fatty foods, is often the worst for your

health. The worst of all this though is sweets. Experts argue that foods high in added sugar is

probably the worst thing in the modern diet.



Foods high in added sugar are delicious but provide tons of empty calories and are not very

filling. This means that there is a tendency to eat a high amount of sweets, and that is not good

for your body. Excess sugar intake has been linked to some of the most serious diseases, but

people continue to struggle to resist the temptation. Luckily, there is an alternative that will let

you satisfy your sweet tooth without putting your body at risk.

Stevia is a sweetener that has no cholesterol, no calories, no carbohydrates, and zero

glycemic indexes. It has been used as a substitute for sugar in beverages, baked goods, and

other types of food. It is different from other sweeteners because it is not artificial. Stevia

sweeteners are often 100% organic and natural. If you want to learn more about it, read on.

Where is Stevia from?

Stevia is a sugar substitute extracted from the leaves of a plant species called Stevia

rebaudiana Bertoni. It is a branch bushy shrub that is part of the Asteraceae family that is

closely related to asters and chrysanthemums. It is native to the Amambay region in the

northeast of Paraguay, but can also be found in other parts of South America.

Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni was first classified by Italian-Swiss botanist Moises Santiago Bertoni

in 1899 while conducting research in eastern Paraguay. Despite the fact that he was the first to

describe the plant and its sweet taste in detail, studies have shown that Stevia had been used

centuries prior for various purposes throughout the world. The Guarani Indian population from

Paraguay and Brazil used Stevia as a sweetener for medicinal teas used for treating heartburn

and other ailments. It was utilized as a treatment for burns and stomach pains as well, and it

was even used as a contraceptive. Similarly in other South American regions as well as in

Asia, Stevia was used as a sweetener for teas. Stevia leaves were also chewed on as a sweet

treat.



What Makes Stevia a Good Sugar Substitute?

In terms of its composition, Stevia is well-known for its high content of diterpene glycosides

compounds which are responsible for its sweet taste. Among the 230 species in the genus

Stevia, only two species produce the steviol glycosides associated with the sweet taste:

phlebophylla and rebaudiana . The diterpene glycosides are characterized as being around 200

to 300 times sweeter than saccharose or sugars in general. This means you need significantly

less Stevia than sugar to achieve the same level of sweetness.

In terms of cooking applications, one of the most important characteristics of Stevia is that it is

thermostable. Since the compounds that make Stevia sweet are not easily destroyed or

deactivated by heat, it is more than suitable for cooking.

So Exactly How Healthy is it?

Stevia provides the same sweet taste like sugar but with no calories and carbohydrates. This

immediately makes it a better alternative than table sugar in terms of its impact on the body.

Instead of providing the empty calories and simple carbohydrates that added sugar does,

Stevia gives room for the complex carbohydrates that provide nutrients and minerals that

sugar normally displaces.

Though further research still needs to be conducted to determine just how effective it is, Stevia

has also shown therapeutic benefits such as being anti-inflammatory and cancer-preventing.

As a substitute for sugar, Stevia is an option for those with diabetes, hypertension, and obesity.

It can even help prevent cavities.



So Where can I Buy Stevia in the Philippines?

Sweet and Fit Stevia is the first Stevia produced in the Philippines that is certified by the Food

and Drug Administration. Produced by Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation

(GIDC), Sweet and fit Stevia is grown and harvested locally and undergoes rigorous

inspections and analysis to ensure safety and quality. Sweet and Fit Stevia has no cholesterol,

no calories, and no carbs. Most importantly, it has no bitter aftertaste.

Sweet and Fit Stevia can be purchased online at the official GIDC website and can be found at

your local Mercury Drug Store, Generika, South Star Drug, and other leading drugstores. It can

also be bought at Robinsons Supermarket, Waltermart, Ever Gotesco, Landmark, and other

supermarkets nationwide. It is also available on popular online marketplaces.

Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation

Address:

72 Nuestra Señora St. 6th Ave.

Caloocan City

1400 Metro Manila

Philippines

Contact Number:

(02) 8285-2373


HEALTH BENEFITS OF THE PHILIPPINES' SWEET & FIT STEVIA

Get Health Access | Health Benefits of Sweet & Fit Stevia | Stevia is an organic sugar

substitute that is known for its intense sweetness while still having no calories, no carbs, and a

zero glycemic index. It may sound too good to be true, but it is. Science and research have not

only proven these claims, but they have also led to other discoveries regarding the other

positive impacts Stevia may have on your health. The science behind it also supports the

claim that Stevia has no negative drawbacks that may affect your well-being

Sweet Without The Sour

Stevia is one of those unique food ingredients that is valued, not for what it brings, but for what

it does not. It has no calories and carbohydrates which is the complete opposite of what sugar

has.

Sugar is one of the most common ingredients out there, and it often comes in bulk in the food

we eat, but it is one of the least healthy ingredients out there.



Excessive sugar intake has been associated with weight gain and diseases such as obesity

and diabetes. Though the body needs sugar and maybe healthy if consumed in moderation,

sometimes it is just too hard to resist that extra piece of candy.

The most common solution to making sure sugar does not negatively impact your health is by

reducing the amount you consume. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), added

sugar should be no more than 10% of the total calories of a food or beverage. What this means

is that the daily sugar threshold of an average adult is 200 calories or 12 teaspoons of sugar.

Currently, the average daily consumption of sugar is at 42 teaspoons. For even more context,

let us look at the average sugar content of regular soft drinks. One glass of cola contains 6 to 8

teaspoons of sugar. Once you refill your glass, you already surpass the recommended daily

amount.

But why is it so important to limit sugar intake? This is because sugar has numerous ways it

can impact your body in a negative way. The most well-known characteristic of sugar is that it

is packed with calories. The body needs energy from calories, but sugar provides empty

calories as compared to nutrient-dense calories from more nutritious foods. The added calories

lead to excessive weight gain which in turn causes heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and

certain types of cancer.

Second, sugar only contains one or two sugar molecules which are converted to blood glucose

faster than complex carbohydrates found in whole grains and vegetables. Sugar displaces the

more nutritious complex carbohydrates which provide the body with vitamins, minerals, and

fiber. Sugar has also been correlated to cavities, poor energy levels, and lack of satisfaction

from healthy foods due to sugar cravings.



Sweet and Fit Stevia saves you from all of these possible problems by removing the sugar and

the risks associated with it from your diet. Sweet and Fit Stevia fulfills the need for sweetness

provided by sugar, so substituting sugar with Sweet and Fit Stevia is a no brainer especially

when you consider all of the negative things you can avoid.

Stevia Has Health Benefits of its Own

Apart from getting rid of sugar and all the drawbacks associated with it, Stevia actually has

health benefits of its own. To start, Stevia has been applied as a substitute for saccharose

(sugar) for the treatment of diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and cavity prevention. A number of

studies have also suggested that Stevia contains compounds that may offer therapeutic

benefits since they have anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, anti-hyperglycemic, anti-hypertensive,

and antidiarrhoeal effects. It has also shown properties of being a diuretic and an

immunomodulator.

Stevia has the ability to restore a person’s strength after being physically and mentally

exhausted. Due to synergism and potentiation of components contained in Stevia leaves,

dynamic performance muscles are improved and fatigue is minimized.

Stevia also has a positive impact on the digestive system, particularly the pancreas and liver.

Due to its bactericidal and antiviral properties, Stevia can be used to treat diarrhea. Stevia

inhibits the intestinal smooth muscle, the stimulation of which leads to diarrhea associated with

motility.

Finally, Stevia truly is a great alternative to sugar for those with diabetes as research has

shown that Stevia sweeteners have no effect on blood glucose or insulin response. If you are

trying to manage your blood sugar, Stevia has been shown to lower blood sugar levels. Studies

have also provided evidence that Stevia has the potential to help lower blood pressure and

cholesterol.



Sweet and Fit Stevia

Sweet and Fit Stevia has been developed for years to be the best possible product it can be,

and the quality is maintained through stringent screening and analysis during production. Not

only are you getting the best-tasting product, but you are also getting Stevia which has not lost

any of its characteristics. Sweet and Fit Stevia gives you the health benefits of Stevia while

taking away the risks associated with sugar. Sweet and Fit Stevia is healthy sweet, and there

is no bitter taste or downside to worry about.


Philippines?

Sweet and Fit Stevia is manufactured by Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation.

Sweet and Fit Stevia products can be purchased at your local Mercury Drug Store, Generika,

South Star Drug, and other leading drugstores. It can also be bought at Robinsons

Supermarket, Waltermart, Ever Gotesco, Landmark, and other supermarkets nationwide.

For those looking to shop online, Sweet and Fit Stevia is also available on the official GIDC

website and on popular online marketplaces.


Address:


Caloocan City

1400 Metro Manila

Philippines

Contact Number:

(02) 8285-2373


HOW SAFE IS STEVIA?

Vigorbuddy | Is Stevia Safe? | Stevia has been growing in popularity as a healthy alternative to

sugar. It is appealing in that it has zero calories, zero carbohydrates, and zero glycemic

indexes but is approximately 200-300 times sweeter than sugar in the same quantity.

For those unfamiliar with Stevia, these characteristics may seem too good to be true and they

may understandably be skeptical. They may question if this is really authentic, but more

importantly, if it is actually safe. Since this is something that will be ingested, these concerns

are very much valid. What you put in your body directly affects your health, so it is justified to

want to know about what you are eating.

The good news with Stevia is that studies show there is nothing to worry about.

HOW SAFE IS STEVIA?

HOW SAFE IS STEVIA?

Stevia’s Regulatory History

Originally, there were concerns regarding Stevia when it was first made available as a product.

In 1991, Stevia was banned in the United States due to early studies suggesting that organic

sweetener may cause cancer. However, this was immediately refuted in a follow-up study, so

in 1995, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) allowed Stevia to be sold and imported as a

food supplement.

Though it overcame the first hurdle, it was still just categorized as a food supplement, not as a

sweetener. Several manufactures made the argument that Stevia should be grouped with the

artificial sweeteners as “Generally Recognized as Safe” (GRAS). Substances that are GRAS

must meet the criteria that the substance has been determined safe through expert

consensus, scientific review, and/or widespread use without negative complications. In

December 2008, the FDA declared Stevia as GRAS, which opened the door for Stevia to be

used in mainstream food production.

So is it safe?

There is sufficient evidence to support the claim that Stevia is just as if not safer than its

artificial sweetening counterparts. Though there are still on-going studies to see the long-term

impacts of Stevia extract, scientists agree that it is not harmful if consumed in reasonable

amounts. It is widely accepted that Stevia in its purified form is completely safe.

Studies are currently being conducted, not just to see if it is safe, but to actually measure just

how effective Stevia is in terms of the health benefits it may bring. For example, there were

initial concerns that Stevia would reduce fertility or worsen diabetes, but studies discovered

that Stevia might actually improve glucose tolerance. Another study found that Stevia may

even induce the pancreas to release insulin and can potentially serve as a treatment for type 2

diabetes.

HOW SAFE IS STEVIA?

HOW SAFE IS STEVIA?

In fact, Stevia has already been integrated as an ingredient in over 5,000 food and beverage

products around the world. It could be found in desserts like ice cream and yogurt, to gum and

candy, to bread and wine, and it is even used to sweeten pre-workout drinks. One of the most

well-known brands that have used Stevia in their products is Coca-Cola. In 2008, they

developed and patented a Stevia purification process that allowed them to use Stevia in one of

their drinks, claiming a delicious yet unique taste while proudly advertising the use of the

healthy sweetener. Their Stevia-sweetened products were brought to different regions

worldwide for mass-market consumption, so there can be no doubt as to the safety of the

ingredient.

Sweet and Fit Stevia was the first Stevia Powder registered by the Food and Drug

Administration of the Philippines. Manufactured and distributed by Glorious Industrial and

Development Corporation, Sweet and Fit Stevia Food Supplement Powder has already seen

widespread use in hospitals and institutions across the Philippines.


Stevia has proven to be a great sweetening alternative for those with diabetes, so it is no

surprise that hospitals use Sweet and Fit Stevia when preparing meals for their diabetic

patients.

The most well-known hospitals in the Philippines including Makati Medical Center, Philippine

Heart Center, East Avenue Medical Center, Manila Doctors Hospital, and Medical City all use

Sweet and Fit Stevia. Vendors Megamelt, Good Shepherd, House of Polvoron, and Fruit

Magic, restaurants Banapple, Chili’s, and Tony Roma’s, hotels Manila Peninsula and Manila

Hotel all use Sweet and Fit Stevia.

HOW SAFE IS STEVIA?

HOW SAFE IS STEVIA?

Sweet and Fit Stevia is carefully handpicked in their farm in Bulacan and immediately sent to a

plantation for spray drying, locking in freshness. Each and every batch of Sweet and Fit Stevia

undergoes a strict safety analysis to ensure its quality. This means that the product that

reaches your dining table is guaranteed to be safe.


Philippines?






Address:


Caloocan City

1400 Metro Manila

Philippines

Contact Number:

(02) 8285-2373

HOW SAFE IS STEVIA?

NUTRITIONAL FACTS OF PHILIPPINE STEVIA

Bravo Filipino | Stevia Nutritional Facts | Stevia, scientifically known as Stevia rebaudiana

Bertoni, is an ancient perennial shrub part of the Asteraceae family that is closely related to

asters and chrysanthemums. It originates from South America and can be found in Paraguay

and Brazil. Stevia produces diterpene glycosides that are low-calorie sweeteners that make it

around 200 to 300 times sweeter than regular table sugar in the same concentration. In recent

years, a stevia extract, called rebaudioside A, has become increasingly popular as a natural

sugar substitute.

Stevia looks like sugar but tastes even sweeter and can now be found in foods like soft drinks,

candy, coffee, tea, and pre-packaged baked goods. It is also sold as a tabletop sweetener, a

healthier alternative to artificial sweeteners. Stevia can also be used in different cooking and

baking applications.

Here are the nutrition facts of Stevia as provided by the USDA for one packet (1g) of stevia.



Stevia Nutrition Facts

Calories: 0%

Fat: 0g

Sodium: 0mg

Fiber: 0g

Sugars: 0g

Protein: 0g

Carbs

Depending on the process in turning Stevia leaves into powder, there is 0% to approximately

one gram of carbohydrate in a single packet of stevia. The good news is that for the brand

Sweet and Fit Stevia, there is practically 0% carbohydrate (or less than 1%).

Micronutrients

Micronutrients are vitamins and minerals that your body needs to stay healthy and function

properly. Stevia does not provide vitamins or minerals.

Benefits









Where can I buy Sweet and Fit Stevia

in the Philippines?







Glorious Industrial and Development

Corporation

Address:


Caloocan City

1400 Metro Manila

Philippines

Contact Number:

(02) 8285-2373


HISTORY OF STEVIA IN THE PHILIPPINES

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Asian Food Tourist | The History of Stevia in the Philippines | Stevia has been gaining

popularity in recent years as a healthy sugar substitute. It has no cholesterol, no calories, no

carbohydrates, and zero glycemic index, making it an ideal sweetener for diabetics. It has

been used as a substitute for sugar in different applications such as beverages, baked goods,

and other types of food. It stands out from other sweeteners because it is not artificial. Stevia is

100% organic and natural.

Products made from stevia have been around for many years, but a lot of people are still

unaware that they exist, and may are skeptical because it is something they know little to

nothing about. So, let’s take a look at just where this magic sweetener came from and how it

ended up on our shores.



Where is Stevia from?

Stevia in the form we consume is extracted from the leaves of a plant species called Stevia

rebaudiana Bertoni. It is a branch bushy shrub that is part of the Asteraceae family and is

closely related to asters and chyrsnathemums. It is native to the Amambay region in

northeastern Paraguay, but can also be found in other parts of South America such as Brazil.

Discovered and classified by Italian-Swiss botanist Moises Santiago Bertoni in 1899, stevia

was first used by the Guarani Indian population from Paraguay and Brazil as a sweetener for

medicinal teas they used for treating heartburn and other ailments. Its medicinal properties

were also used to treat burns and stomach pains, and it was even used as a contraceptive in

some cases.

How did Stevia end up in the

Philippines?

The history of stevia in the Philippines is closely tied to the story of Mrs. Maura De Leon: the

Queen of Philippine Stevia. Originally, Mrs. De Leon was in the garments business for 17

years, but competition and other challenges made her pivot into other industries.

For years, she tried looking for a business that would be both significant and beneficial to the

Filipino people. While she was in the coffee business, one of her staff members suggested

they should either revolutionize the coffee business or shift to another venture since the coffee

shops locally sell the same products that only differ in presentation and marketing strategies.

Fatefully, a doctor friend of hers told her about this miracle plant from Paraguay during one of

her consultations. Of course, the plant her friend was talking about was stevia.



After hearing about it, Mrs. De Leon asked her team to conduct research, sending an

agriculturist to Baguio, La Union, Bicol, and Davao. To her surprise, they discovered that no

one was growing Stevia.

After looking into how to get the plant to grow locally, Mrs. De Leon purchased a small piece of

land and acquired stevia seeds from Paraguay. She faced a lot of hardships and challenges,

spending the first few years just figuring out how to grow it right. Five years into the

commitment, she was able to produce the first product made with stevia.

In 2008, Glorious Blend Coffee and Choco products were introduced in the local markets with

special blends mixed with healthy ingredients such as moringga, mangosteen, calcium, gotu

kola, and stevia. A year later, Sweet & Fit Stevia was certified by the FDA while her company,

Glorious Industrial & Development Corporation (GIDC), was recognized as the Philippines’ first

stevia company.

So where can I buy Stevia in the

Philippines?

Sweet and Fit Stevia is the first Stevia produced in the Philippines that is certified by the Food

and Drug Administration. Produced by Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation

(GIDC), Sweet and fit Stevia is grown and harvested locally and undergoes rigorous

inspections and analysis to ensure safety and quality. Sweet and Fit Stevia has no cholesterol,

no calories, and no carbs. Most importantly, it has no bitter aftertaste.







Glorious Industrial and Development

Corporation

Address:


Caloocan City

1400 Metro Manila

Philippines

Contact Number:

(02) 8285-2373


WHY STEVIA IS THE BEST ALTERNATIVE TO SUGAR

Food Finds Asia | The Best Healthy Alternative for Sugar | Filipino cuisine is famous for its use

of sugar, not just in desserts like leche flan and halo-halo or shakes or suman and turon, but

also in dishes like tocino, adobo, patatim, and many more. You can always taste the sugar in

the tea, juices, shakes, and coffee served in restaurants. As such, Food and Beverage

businesses in the Philippines tend to focus on sugar and sweet flavor profiles. A couple of the

most popular food and beverage businesses in the Philippines are milk tea and pastry shops. If

you own this kind of business, you might want to consider the health of your customers by

using an alternative ingredient for sugar. Stevia is the best alternative for sugar.

Quick Overview of Stevia

Stevia has been known for its intense sweetness since its discovery in the late 1800s. It was

also used as traditional medicine such as treatment for burns, colic, and stomach problems.



The leaves of the stevia are served as a sweet treat, and this is the part of stevia that has been

extracted for sweeteners.

The Healthy Alternative for Sugar: Stevia

Stevia in other parts of the globe has already been used as a sugar substitute for years.

According to the Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA), high purity steviol glycosides,

an extract of the stevia plant, is considered generally safe for use in food. Stevia has no

calories, and it is 200 times sweeter than sugar in the same concentration. This sweetener is

the best for Food and Beverage Businesses looking for an organic alternative to sugar. For

instance, if you have customers who are health conscious or have diabetes, you can use and

promote healthy stevia products to appeal to them. This can lead to more customers buying

and consuming your products which is definitely good for business.

The Health Benefits of Stevia

Stevia is an all-natural, zero calorie sweetener with two major sweet compounds called

Stevioside and Rebaudioside A (Reb A). These compounds are what give Stevia its sweet

taste. Stevia is the healthier alternative to refined sugar, and here are just some reasons why.

Lower Blood Pressure and Blood

Sugar Levels while Fighting Diabetes

High blood pressure, high sugar levels, and diabetes are becoming detected more frequently

among Filipino teens and young adults, and diet is partly to blame.

Having elevated blood pressure is a major risk factor and may lead to heart disease, stroke,

and kidney failure.



Unfortunately, having high blood pressure (hypertension) is not usually something you feel or

notice. You might write off a headache as nothing more than just that, but it might be a sign of

hypertension. The only way to really know is to measure and monitor your blood pressure

regularly.

Studies have shown that stevia may help lessen blood pressure. Some researches suggest

that daily intake of 750-1500mg of stevioside, a chemical compound in stevia, reduces systolic

blood pressure *the upper number in a blood pressure reading) by 10-14mmHg and diastolic

blood pressure (the lower number) by 6-14 mmHg.

One of the largest health concerns today is Type II Diabetes. Characterized by elevated blood

sugar caused by insulin resistance, stevioside seems to improve the function of the hormone

insulin, thus lowering blood sugar levels. Stevia does not have calories or carbohydrates and

therefore has no effect on blood glucose. Diabetic people can still enjoy sweets without raising

their blood sugar when substituting sugar with stevia.

Diminish Risk of Pancreatic Cancer

and Oral Disease

Pancreatic Cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancerous) cells form in the tissues of the

pancreas. The pancreas is a gland located behind the stomach and in front of the spine. The

pancreas produces digestive juices and hormones that regulate blood sugar. Stevia helps

reduce risk of having a pancreatic cancer. Scientifically, the stevia plant contains sterols and

antioxidant particles including kaempferol, quercetin, chlorogenic

acid, isoquercitin and isosteviol which are all necessary to reduce pancreatic cancer risk.

Stevia also reduces bacterial formation in the mouth, preventing cavities and gingivitis, which is

why several brands of toothpaste and mouthwash add it to their formulas.



Helps Maintain a Well Balanced .3

Diet

Stevia can help moderate calories in a diet and reduce weight. Plant-based and with zero

calories, stevia is highly recommended for those trying to achieve a balanced diet by

diminishing sugar intake without foregoing sweets entirely. Root causes of being overweight

and obese involve factors such as prolonged sitting, physical inactivity paired with high and

frequent intake of foods that are filled with refined sugar.

Helps Fight Allergies .4

Some people are allergic to sugar. The most common allergy when it comes to sugar is sugar

intolerance. Sugar Intolerance happens because your body has trouble digesting sugar.

According to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), “steviol glycosides aren’t reactive

and are not metabolized to reactive compounds, therefore, it is unlikely that steviol glycosides

under evaluation should cause by themselves allergic reactions when consumed in foods.”

This is why the Stevia can help prevent allergies.

Prevents Cancer

A 2012 study of a glycoside found in stevia plants suggested it may help speed up the death of

cancer cells in a human breast cancer line. Another study in 2006 indicated that stevia has

anti-inflammatory effects.

An animal study in 2002 suggested that stevia has anti-tumor properties. Antioxidant

compounds such as quercetin, kaempfrol, and other glycoside compounds found in stevia help

to eliminate free radicals in the body, thus preventing the production of cancer cells. These

antioxidants also prevent premature aging and cognitive malfunction.



Final Verdict

As you further understand the different benefits of stevia, you also get one step closer to

helping others to be healthy. By changing your refined sugar to Stevia powder, you can help

customers live a healthy life. For food and beverage business owners here in the Philippines,

consider promoting a product that helps your customers stay healthy and fit.

Want to buy stevia? Get in touch with Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation

(GIDC). It is the trusted and pioneer stevia supplier in the Philippines. You can buy stevia

powder and other stevia-enhanced products from GIDC Philippines. They are also known for

the toll manufacturing of stevia in the Philippines. What more is there to say? Try and buy the

Best Tasting Stevia at GIDC Philippines!


BEST STEVIA SOURCE IN THE PHILIPPINES

Milk teas, fruit juices, pastries, and other food & beverage businesses are very much in

demand in the Philippines. Nowadays, people are getting more into a health-conscious

mindset. Health-conscious customers find ways to take care of their bodies, from the way they

exercise to the way they eat. This means that they always look for healthy options, including

alternatives for their favorite foods, snacks, desserts, and beverages. If you are an owner of a

food and beverage business in the Philippines, you should consider using stevia in your

products.

Stevia is already present as an ingredient in over 5,000 food and beverage products around the

globe. These products include ice cream, yogurts, bread, soft drinks, milk tea, and other food &

beverage products. The Food and Drug Administration has already categorized stevia extracts

as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS).



In the Philippines, stevia can be regularly found in supermarkets. Stevia is usually seen either

at the baking section or the healthy food section. Stevia is a healthy substitute for sugar, but the

question is: where can you buy the best tasting stevia in the Philippines? The best stevia

source can be found in Bocaue, Bulacan.

Best Stevia Source in the Philippines

The first stevia dietary supplement produced and certified by the Food and Drug Administration

in the Philippines was produced by Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation (GIDC)

Philippines. GIDC is the first stevia supplier in the Philippines established in 2004. Being the

first certified and original best tasting stevia in the Philippines, they are the most reliable stevia

supplier in the Philippines. In 2009, GIDC introduced Sweet and Fit, the best tasting stevia in

the market. Sweet and Fit Stevia is a herbal dietary supplement that contains stevia extract.

GIDC Philippines guarantees that it has preserved and maintained the healthy properties of the

stevia plant and ensures the nutrients of the stevia are intact after undergoing the production

process. Sweet and Fit Stevia is best for those who are diabetic, watching their weight, or

people who just want to be healthy.

Sweet and Fit Stevia is also used in other Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation

products, such as Glorious Blend Coffee Mixes, Sweet and Fit Tea, and Sweet and Fit Stevia

Chocolate. They also conduct stevia toll manufacturing. It is the best and easiest way for you

to incorporate stevia into your products.

Application of Stevia

During Philippine Culinary Heritage Food Festival held at Diamond Hotel, Glorious Industrial

and Development Corporation was involved in an event that featured celebrity chefs using

stevia powder as an ingredient in their demonstrations.



Diamond Hotel General Manager Vanessa Suatengco got hold of Chef Christopher Cariangan

for an exciting collaboration. His passion for food research has given new life culinary

treasures of yesteryears. Chef Christopher is a brand ambassador of Sweet and Fit Stevia

food supplement powder. One of his goals during the event was to present the best-tasting

stevia dishes at the desert station of the food festival. He showcased three kinds of ice cream

flavors where were all sweetened by Sweet and Fit Stevia. The flavors were Uber Kinampay,

Activated Charcoal, and Criollo. All of these were a hit for the attendees. This is just one of the

many examples of the use of stevia in the food and beverage industry.

The Humble Pride of Glorious Industrial and

Development Corporation: the Sweet & Fit Farm

The Sweet and Fit Farm is where it all began for the Queen of Stevia, Mrs. Maura De Leon,

and the best stevia source in the Philippines. The Sweet and Fit farm can be found in Brgy.

Tambobong, Bocaue, Bulucan and is open for visitors. Guests are often taken aback by the

size of the 2-hectare demonstration farm. There are more than 100 plots, each planted to at

least 200 hills of stevia. Once the plants are established after five to seven months, the first

harvest may be made. Succeeding harvests are made every 15 days afterward.

What is amazing is that Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation operates several

other stevia plantations in different areas in Bulacan. This is great because it gives job

opportunities and stable sources of income for members of the community. Currently, there are

more than 40 farmers growing stevia for Sweet and Fit. It has always been a goal of Mrs. De

Leon to help farmers grow and improve their skills in farming.

The Final Verdict

What can you say? Wouldn’t be amazing for your business to have a toll manufacturing

partnership with GIDC Philippines? It will not only help your business, but it will also help you to

be more appealing to customers looking to be healthy and fit.



If you want to buy stevia or toll manufacture with them, contact GIDC Philippines. Here is the

link for more details about the toll manufacturing of GIDC Philippines.

Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation (GIDC)

Address:

72 Nuestra Senora st. 6 Ave.

Caloocan City

1400 Metro Manila

Philippines

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Contact Number:

(02) 8285-2373

Visit the website of Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation at https://gidc.com.ph / or

shop more of their products.


HOW SWEET IS STEVIA?

Vigorbuddy | How Sweet is Stevia? | Stevia is a leafy green plant native to the Amambay

region in the northeast of Paraguay, but can also be found in other parts of South America.

Indigenous populations in Paraguay and Brazil originally used the plant species Stevia

rebaudiana as a natural sweetener, calling it the “sweet herb”.

Stevia derives its sweet taste from over 40 natural compounds known as stevial glycosides.

Most stevia sold in stores and used in consumer products use purified stevia leaf extracts that

contain one or more stevial glycosides. The most common of these glycosides is rebaudioside

A, rebaudioside D, and stevioside.

Stevia leaf extracts can be up to 250 to 300 times sweeter than table sugar (sucrose) in the

same quantity. Rightfully so, stevia is considered to be a high-intensity sweetener. Stevia leaf

extracts are similar in sweetness intensity to many artificial sweeteners on the market but

stand out as being an entirely organic alternative.



So Exactly How Sweet Is Stevia?

Purified stevia leaf extracts can exhibit different taste profiles depending on the steviol

glycoside(s) that are present. Some, such as rebaudioside D have a clean sugar-like taste

while others such as stevioside have a flavor profile that is described as being bitter or metallic.

Whole leaf stevia extracts, which contain a full array of steviol glycosides, are usually a poor

substitute for table sugar. Often, other ingredients such as erythritol, dextrose, or maltodextrin

are used to alleviate the intense sweetness of stevia leaf extract. With the high-intensity

sweetness of stevia leaf extracts, a little bit goes a long way.











in the Philippines








Address:


Caloocan City

1400 Metro Manila

Philippines

Contact Number:

(02) 8285-2373


HOW STEVIA IS MADE

Get Health Access | How is Stevia Sweeteners Made? | Stevia has been growing in popularity

as sugar substitutes do to its intensely sweet yet healthy and organic characteristics. It has

zero calories, zero cholesterol, and zero glycemic index, yet is 200 to 300 times sweeter than

sucrose, more commonly known as table sugar.

Stevia sweeteners are derived from stevia leaf extract. Stevia rebaudiana is a branch bushy

shrub that is part of the Asteraceae family that is closely related to asters and

chrysanthemums. It is native to the Amambay region in the northeast of Paraguay, but can

also be found in other regions of South America.

Stevia has been a source of high-intensity sweetness for centuries. Early on though, its flavor

was often inconsistent and contained unwanted flavors, most commonly a bitter aftertaste.

HOW STEVIA IS MADE

HOW STEVIA IS MADE

Over the years though, the process for extracting stevia has been continuously improved,

leading a more consistent, better-tasting product. So, what exactly is the process to extracting

stevia? Read on.

Grow. Harvest. Extract.

Stevia plants are grown in tropical/subtropical climates found in the Asian and South American

regions. To extract the plant’s intense sweetness, stevia leaves are harvested and dried. The

leaves are then steeped in hot water. After several filtering and centrifuging stages to

concentrate the sweetest components of the stevia leaves, the resulting extract is ready to be

sold commercially.

Stevia is comprised of over 40 natural compounds known as steviol glycosides. Food grade

stevia leaf extract must have at least 95% steviol glycosides, and this is a standard for the

majority of countries where stevia leaf extract is sold.

HOW STEVIA IS MADE

HOW STEVIA IS MADE

Re ne. Purify. Package.

Manufacturers may choose to package the food-grade steviol glycosides in any number of

different ways for the different products they want to produce. Because of the intense

sweetness of stevia leaf extract, much less of it is needed in comparison to achieving the

same level of sweetness with sugar. However, the small quantity of stevia that would be used

by most people in everyday sweetening applications could be difficult to measure and use.

HOW STEVIA IS MADE

HOW STEVIA IS MADE

In order to make stevia easier to use, manufacturers combine stevia extract with other

ingredients to help even out its sweetness. Other ingredients such as erythritol, dextrose, or

maltodextrin are used to produce a stevia-based sweetener that can more easily be

substituted with sugar in most applications. These include substituting sugar in food and

beverage recipes.








Where Can I Buy Sweet And Fit Stevia In The

Philippines?







HOW STEVIA IS MADE

HOW STEVIA IS MADE


Address:


Caloocan City

1400 Metro Manila

Philippines

Contact Number:

(02) 8285-2373

HOW STEVIA IS MADE

HOW USING SWEET & FIT STEVIA CAN HELP YOUR SMALL BUSINESS GROW

World Executives Digest | How Using Sweet And Fit Stevia Can Help Your Small Food

Business Grow | We live in an unprecedented age where all we know about business is either

being challenge or becoming obsolete. The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and the

resulting quarantine has meant that businesses have had to shift the way they do business in

order to cater to the stringencies of maintaining public health safety.

A transition to relying on delivery services and online presence has become essential for

traditional brick and mortar shops that want to stay afloat. Retail shops and restaurants that

rely solely on physical retail stores and dine-in branches will find it difficult to impossible to stay

in business. That is the sad reality of the situation. Customers are afraid to venture out of their

homes due to the risk of contracting the disease, so there has been an upward trend in online

transactions and delivery.



However, all businesses are getting the same idea. The end of this pandemic is nowhere in

sight, so businesses understand that they need to make changes and they need to make

changes now. This means that everyone is going online or creating an e-commerce branch

that will help them reach their customers in the midst of quarantine. Though this is good for

consumers, this is bad news for businesses that were ahead of the curve since more and

more competition are entering the space.

In order to attract customers, it is important that small businesses find a way to stand out from

the crowd. Good products are important, but being able to market yourself in a way that makes

you unique in terms of your brand image and what you can offer customers can give you an

extra edge in the highly competitive market.


In 2009, Glorious Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) the Philippines introduced Sweet

and Fit Stevia, the first and best-tasting stevia in the market. Stevia is a sugar substitute that

has no calories, no cholesterol, and no glycemic index, making it ideal for weight watchers and

diabetics. So how can this product help your small food business? The answer is two-fold.

First, Sweet and Fit Stevia can help you stand out as being the healthiest option on the market.

Sweet and Fit Stevia has been developed to remove the downsides found in other stevia

products such as a bitter aftertaste, meaning that it can be seamlessly integrated to your

existing recipes. By using Sweet and Fit Stevia, you can market your products as being sugarfree

but just as great tasting, attracting customers who are looking to maintain their healthy

lifestyle.



Second, supporting Sweet and Fit means supporting advocacy. The stevia in Sweet and Fit is

grown and harvested locally on a farm in Bulacan. Local workers and farmers depend on

Sweet and Fit for their livelihood. By buying Sweet and Fit, customers can directly contribute to

helping the lives of Filipino workers.

Sweet and Fit stevia can be bought standalone as a sweetener and can be used for beverages

and baking applications. It is also used as an ingredient in Glorious Blend Coffee Mixes, Tea,

and Chocolate. There are different options and packaging sizes that can cater to your specific

business needs, so it is well worth considering Sweet and Fit for your business.


in the Philippines?










Address:


Caloocan City

1400 Metro Manila

Philippines

Contact Number:

(02) 8285-2373


THE QUEEN OF PHILIPPINE STEVIA: MAURA DE LEON

Negosentro | The Queen of Philippines Stevia | In the Philippines, people love sweet foods and

desserts. They enjoying eating all sorts of dishes but are unaware of the consequences,

especially from their sugar intake. Sugar is everywhere, and not even just in desserts like halohalo

and leche flan. Savory delicacies like adobo, longganisa, tocino, and Filipino-style

spaghetti all have sugar. Beverages like coffee, tea, shakes, and juices rarely go without sugar.

The pervasiveness of the affinity for food has led many to conclude that Filipinos have an

insatiable sweet tooth.

However, more and more people want to kick the habit and live a healthy lifestyle, so it might

be good to consider a healthier substitute for sugar that can still satisfy the cravings of your

customer. One of the best available alternatives is Philippine Stevia.



Introduction to Stevia

Stevia is a food ingredient with unique values that barely anyone knows about. Unlike other

sugar substitutes, stevia is derived from a plant. It is made from a leaf related to asters and

chrysanthemums. It is part of the Asteraceae family which is related to the daisy and ragweed.

Some of the stevia species, like candyleaf, are native to New Mexico, Arizona, and Texas. The

species of interest though when it comes to finding a sugar substitute is Stevia Rebaudiana.

This plant grows in regions in South America, particularly in Paraguay and Brazil, where people

have used the leaves from the stevia bush to sweeten foods for hundreds of years.

The discovery of stevia is credited to Swiss-Italian Botanist, Moises Santiago Bertoni, in the

1800s, but evidence shows that the native Guarani Indian used stevia hundreds of years

before then. Stevia was used for medicinal purposes as a treatment for burns and stomach

pains. Stevia leaves were also chewed on as a sweet treat. Stevia leaves have been used to

sweeten tea in South America and Asia, and it was only a matter of time before it was brought

to the Philippines. We have the Queen of Philippine Stevia to thank for that.

Maura de Leon: Queen of Philippine

Stevia

Farmers don’t just work until the sun goes down but they work until the job gets done. Farming

is not only a masculine job; it is about strength, courage, responsibility, and hard work that

women are just as capable of. These traits can be found in the Queen of the Philippine Stevia,

Maura de Leon.



Mrs. Maura David de Leon is an enterprising businesswoman with a special interest in farming

because she was raised on a farm in the barrio where her father was a progressive farmer.

According to Business Mirror, “Maura de Leon had all the reasons to opt for a more laidback,

fashionable and more propitious business, having tried and excelled in several businesses

before, the farmer in her compelled her to venture into probably one of the rarest, yet very

healthy agricultural plants – stevia”.

Because of her hard work and courage, she established a farm of Stevia called the Sweet and

Fit Farm in Brgy. Tambobong, Bocaue, Bulacan. The Sweet and Fit Farm become the pioneer

commercial Philippine Stevia grower and processor and is accredited by the Department of

Tourism. But this kind of success was not accomplished overnight. In her interview with

Business Mirror, she said that the business was very challenging for her from the start. There

were even times when she wanted to let go of the stevia farm and pursue another business.

Of course, planting stevia was a big challenge for Mrs. Maura de Leon and her team. For the

first three years of the farm business, it was a testing period since they were not familiar with

the plant. During this time, she thought her efforts were going nowhere.

“Sobra ang pinagdaanan namin kasi nag-start kami from zero,

ang naalala ko lang basta lusob ako ng lusob, basta ang nasa

isip ko lang, may kinabukasan ito kahit anong discouragement

sa paligid, parang hindi ko pinakikinggan, naka focus talaga ako

na possible yan kahit yung mga tinatanim ko ay namamatay

lahat.”



But then, something happened. One day her father approached her and asked if she was still

devoted and questioned her resolve, but she gave him a quick reply with a convincing nod. Her

father then said something she would never forget. Her father gave her a reminder that made

her push even harder to do her finest work ever.

“He told me, anak, ituloy mo, tulungan mo mga

magsasaka. (While pointing at a painting hanging

on the wall) Tignan mo yung kalabaw, mataba pa

kaysa farmer.”

Because of this, she realized that she should not give up and commit 100% to the business. In

their fifth year, she and her team were finally able to produce their first Stevia product. Thanks

to an engineer she met from the Department of Science and Technology, she was introduced

to spray-drying technology. It was the break she needed in order to manufacture Sweet and Fit

Stevia powder properly.

The success of the business is a great source of happiness for Mrs. Maura de Leon as her

dream of helping poor farmers has become a reality.

The Interview of Queen of Philippine

Stevia

Mrs. Maura de Leon was an interview on the “Jo on the Go” segment of PTV. She was

interviewed on location at the Sweet and Fit Farm where she shared her story, insights, and the

secret to her success.

For all the food businesses out there, you might want to try the Stevia of GIDC Philippines. To

know more, visit the website of Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation .


SUSTAINABILITY OF STEVIA PRODUCTION

Executive Chronicles | The Sustainability of Stevia Production | Stevia has been gaining

popularity as a healthy and organic sugar substitute. With the current trends and popularity in

living a healthy lifestyle, it’s no surprise that people are looking for ways to replace sugar in

their diets. Some individuals, like diabetics, have no choice but to go sugar-free to control their

blood glucose levels. Stevia provides an alternative that has no calories, no cholesterol, and no

glycemic index, making it ideal for weight-watchers and diabetics.

Stevia is a naturally sourced flavoring ingredient that has been used for centuries. The stevia

plant native to South America was used by indigenous people to sweeten beverages and

chewed for their sweet taste. The plant leaves often called “sweet herb”, were also dried and

used to sweeten teas and medicines.



What most people don’t know is that stevia brings about benefits that go just beyond its

nutritional facts. According to a study found in Nutrition Today Journal, stevia production

requires lower inputs of land, water, and energy to produce the same amount of sweetness

found in other natural sweeteners.

Stevia Production

Similar to other plant-based ingredients such as sugar cane sugar or vanilla, purifying stevia

into high-purity leaf extract is done through a series of steps beginning with harvesting the raw

plant material. The leaves are dried and steeped in hot water, and the liquid extract is filtered

and purified with water or in some cases in combination with food-grade alcohol.

The extract may also go through activated carbon and ion exchange treatments to remove

organic residues and remove minerals. Adsorption/desorption resin is also used to concentrate

the glycosides that give stevia its sweet taste.

The final step involves spray drying, a method of producing a dry powder from a liquid or slurry

by rapidly drying with a hot gas. This process then produces stevia extract, which can be used

in products and other food applications.

Sustainability

As stated earlier, stevia requires lower inputs of land, water, and energy to produce the same

amount of sweetness found in other natural sweeteners. One of the largest stevia producers

was benchmarked and compared to beet and cane sugar producers, and the results showed a

significant difference in carbon and water footprints.



Using sweetness equivalence for comparison, the study found an 82% reduction in carbon

footprint for stevia compared with beet sugar and a 64% reduction compared with cane sugar.

In terms of water footprint, stevia production was 92% lower than beet sugar and 95% lower

than cane sugar.

In layman’s terms, stevia production has a significantly reduced impact on the environment

compared to the production of sugar. It must also be noted that due to the natural nature of

stevia, production is creating jobs and opportunities for farmers to grow profitable crops that

support public health goals.


Sweet and Fit Stevia is the Philippines’ first stevia and is produced locally in a farm in Bulacan.

Apart from providing jobs to the local community, Sweet and Fit Stevia has been developed for

years to be the best possible product it can be, and the quality is maintained through stringent

screening and analysis during production.

Not only are you getting the best-tasting product, but you are also getting Stevia which has not

lost any of its characteristics. Sweet and Fit Stevia gives you the health benefits of Stevia while



Where Can I Buy Sweet And Fit Stevia In The Philippines?










Address:


Caloocan City

1400 Metro Manila

Philippines

Contact Number:

(02) 8285-2373


THE HEALTHIEST SWEETER FOR YOUR FOOD BUSINESS

Food Finds Asia | The Healthiest Sweetener for your Food Business | Despite the ongoing

situation, the craving for good food is still as strong if not stronger than ever before. Filipino

millennials are a big reason why food businesses are so popular in the Philippines, and the

current pandemic is doing nothing to put off their cravings. Even if they cannot go out as

readily, they take advantage of the available delivery service to get access to the food they

want.

A food business by definition is quite broad as it often overlaps and seamlessly blends with

elements of art, personal passions, and cultural expression. According to the Ashfield District

Council,

a food business is a retail shop selling sweets and confectionary, a bakery, butchers,

a café or restaurant, fast food premises, a pub, a microbrewery, or pub, a cake maker and a

homer caterer. The common element across all of these is food, but as you can see, there are

many variants when it comes to the kinds of food and how the food is served to customers.



Products of food businesses that never wane in popularity are those that satisfy the sweet

tooth. These kinds of food businesses are “pop talk” or “teenage talk” fo Filipino Teens and

Millenials, meaning it is a popular topic of conversation. Unless you have been living under a

rock, you would know that milk tea is all the rave currently. The milk tea business is booming

not only in the Metro but also in the provinces.

In the same vane, coffee businesses have always been a staple. Despite the presence of bigname

brands like, Starbucks, the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, Bo’s Coffee, many small coffee

businesses are trending up in local communities because of the unique products and

experiences they provide their customers, often specializing in specific product types that are

better executed than those made for the mass market. As an example, millennials are more

health-conscious when it comes to what they eat and drink, counting calories and tracking

ingredients for the positive and negative effects they may have on their physical well-being.

This has led to an upward trend in the popularity of products that boast health benefits to its

consumers.

For a food business owner, it is clear that being health-conscious should be considered a

priority since it is a priority for the market. There are many ways to tackle being more attractive

to those looking for the healthiest option, but it can be as simple as deciding which ingredients

to use in your products. Sugar is one of the most popular ingredients, but it could lead to

negative health effects. There are many sugar substitutes out there, but why not consider one

that is organic, sweeter, and healthier than the rest. You should consider using stevia.

Stevia is the Healthiest Sweetener

Stevia in other parts of the globe has already been used as a sugar substitute for years.

According to the Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA), high purity steviol glycosides,

an extract of the stevia plant, is considered generally safe for use in food.



Stevia has no calories, and it is 200 times sweeter than sugar in the same

concentration. Stevia can lower blood pressure and blood sugar levels. It can also help

maintain a well-balanced diet, fight allergies, and prevent cancer. This is why stevia is the

healthiest sweetener that you can use for your Food Business. It is a lot easier to prevent than

to cure.

Stevia Application

Here is a menu item that utilizes stevia as an ingredient. This recipe is from Sweet and Fit

Stevia Philippines. Sweet and Fit Stevia is the first Stevia producer in the Philippines and is

owned by none other than the Queen of Stevia herself, Mrs. Maura de Leon.

Chocolate Mousse



Ingredients

900ml Heavy Cream/ Whip

425g Dark Chocolate

45g Gelatin Sheets

300ml Cold Water

170g Egg

85g Egg Yolks

50g Stevia

Procedure

1. Assemble and prepare the desires pastries, containers, or molds that are to be

used in the application of the mouse before beginning preparation.

2. Whip the cream to soft peak, cover and reserve under refrigeration.

3. Melt the chocolate in the bowl over barely simmering water (the bottom of the

bowl should not touch the water) bring the chocolate to 120F.

4. Meanwhile, submerge the gelatin sheets in the water and allow them to bloom for

about 5 minutes.

5. Combine the eggs, egg yolks, and stevia in a bowl over simmering water, whisking

constantly until it reaches 135F.

6. Pour the egg & stevia mixture in the mixer and whip on high speed with the whip

attachment until light in color & foamy.

7. Meanwhile, strain the gelatin well and melt it over a gentle water bath, add the

melted gelatin to the still-warm egg and sugar mixture and continue to whip until it

reaches room temperature 75F.

8. Combine the mixture into the melted chocolate, whisking vigorously.

9. Fold in the whipped cream, thoroughly.

10. Immediately pipe or spread into prepared pastries or containers, cover and

refrigerate until completely set.



Where to Buy Stevia?

The first stevia dietary supplement produced and certified by the Food and Drug Administration

in the Philippines was produced by Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation (GIDC)

Philippines. GIDC is the first stevia supplier in the Philippines established in 2004. Being the

first certified and original best tasting stevia in the Philippines, they are the most reliable stevia

supplier in the Philippines.

In 2009, GIDC introduced Sweet and Fit, the best tasting stevia in the market. Sweet and Fit

Stevia is also used in other Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation products, such

as Glorious Blend Coffee Mixes, Sweet and Fit Tea, and Sweet and Fit Stevia Chocolate. They

also conduct stevia toll manufacturing. It is the best and easiest way for you to incorporate

stevia into your food business.

If you want to buy Sweet and Fit stevia, click here. You should also consider trying the toll

manufacturing services of GIDC Philippines.

Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation (GIDC)

Address:

72 Nuestra Senora st. 6th Ave.

Caloocan City

1400 Metro Manila

Philippines

Contact Number:

(02) 8285-2373

Visit the website of Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation at https://gidc.com.ph/ or



HEALTH BENEFITS OF SWEET & FIT STEVIA BRAND

It is important that we live a healthy lifestyle in order to avoid diseases and sickness brought

about by the lack of proper diet and exercise. Research has proven that a healthy lifestyle can

help prevent a number of diseases including diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. The secret to

a long and healthy life is taking care of your body through how you treat it and what you feed it.



However, if it were that easy to live healthy, everybody would be doing it. The truth of the

matter is that there are challenges one must face in order to achieve and maintain a healthy

lifestyle. Sacrifices and adjustments have to be made in many aspects of life including habits

such as sleeping patterns, vices such as smoking, and diet. One of the hardest things to resist

is the temptation of sweets. There is an irony that all the best tasting things are usually the

worst for our bodies. The good news is that it does not always have to be the case. That is why

a product such as Sweet and Fit Stevia is such a game-changer.

Sweet and Fit Stevia is the first stevia in the Philippines that was registered according to the

Food and Drug Administration. Produced by Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation

(GIDC), Sweet and Fit Stevia has no cholesterol, no calories, no carbohydrates, and zero

glycemic index. However, probably the most important feature of Sweet and Fit Stevia as a

sugar substitute is that it has no bitter taste. Similar products often have a bitter aftertaste, but

Sweet and Fit Stevia stay sweet because GIDC has spent years mastering their production

process. After each leaf is carefully handpicked, they are swiftly brought to the plantation for

spray drying, locking in freshness. Each batch also goes under a strict safety analysis to

ensure its quality. GIDC strives to make only the best possible products for their customers,

and Sweet and Fit Stevia is no exception.

So What Is Stevia?

Sweet and Fit Stevia is grown and harvested locally in the Philippines. It is a dietary

supplement that contains extracts of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni, an ancient perennial shrub part

of the Asteraceae family that is closely related to asters and chrysanthemums. It originates

from South America. Particularly, it can be found in Paraguay and Brazil. Stevia produces

diterpene glycosides that are low calorie sweeteners that make it around 200 to 300 times

sweeter than regular table sugar in the same concentration.



Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni’s namesake is Moises Santiago Bertoni, an Italian-Swiss botanist

that is often credited with the discovery of stevia in the 1800s. However, there is evidence that

stevia was used a lot sooner than that by the native Guarani Indian population. It was originally

utilized for its medicinal purposes such as a treatment for burns and stomach pains, but it was

also used as a contraceptive. Unsurprisingly, the stevia leaves were also chewed on as a

sweet treat. More recently, the stevia leaves have been used to sweeten tea in the South

American and Asian regions.

One of the most important characteristics of stevia is that it is not readily destroyed or

deactivated by heat. This makes it suitable for cooking and a viable alternative to sugar in

many applications. In summary, stevia is the best organic-based, all-natural sweetener with

properties that could be used to substitute to sugar.

What Are The Health Bene ts Of

Stevia?

Sugar is used frequently in many of the foods we eat, but it has gotten a bad reputation

because of its association with causing diseases such as obesity and diabetes. Though sugar

does have its benefits if consumed in moderation, sometimes it just cannot be avoided. That is

why sugar alternatives, both organic and artificial, have gained popularity especially in recent

years with the resurgence of interest in health and fitness.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it is recommended that sugar added to

food and beverages should be limited to no more than 10% of the total calories. For the

average adult, this is equivalent to around 200 calories or 12 teaspoons of table sugar.

However, the average daily consumption is around 42 teaspoons. For context, regular soft

drinks contains approximately 6 to 8 teaspoons of sugar per glass. Once you get a refill, you

are already consuming more than the recommended daily amount.



This is where Sweet and Fit Stevia comes in. Sugar is used to help sweeten the taste of what

we eat and drink but at the cost of additional calories. Sweet and Fit Stevia is a healthier

alternative because it serves the same purpose as a sweetener but without the downsides of

sugar.

Sweet and Fit Stevia has zero calories which means that it helps prevent weight-gain. Sugar is

very calorie-dense, and though the body needs calories, sweets normally associated with

added sugar (sugar that is not naturally occurring in fruits or dairy products) would end up

replacing nutrient-dense food with empty calories.

The major fuel of the body is glucose which is broken down from carbohydrates, a combination

of sugar molecules. Simple sugars such as table sugar are composed of only one or two sugar

molecules and are converted to blood glucose faster than the complex carbohydrates found in

whole grains and vegetables. What this means is that the simple carbohydrates that can be

found in sugar ends up displacing the more nutritious complex carbohydrates which provide

vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Luckily, Sweet and Fit Stevia has no carbohydrates which means

your body can maintain the complex carbohydrates which have a lot more nutritional value

than the carbohydrates associated with sugar.

Stevia is a great alternative for those with diabetes as research has shown that stevia

sweeteners have no effect on blood glucose or insulin response. It has also been shown to

lower blood sugar levels. Studies have also shown that stevia has the potential to help lower

blood pressure and manage cholesterol.

For fitness buffs, Stevia has been used as a sugar substitute in workout drinks. In one of the

many versatile applications of stevia, workout drinks help provide a boost of energy to increase

athletic performance. Workout drinks also help increase endurance, letting your workout for

longer.



A healthy lifestyle consists of not just a balanced diet, but also regular exercise. Using stevia in

workout drinks helps promote both.

Is Stevia Safe?

When you are introduced to something you know little to nothing about, you can

understandably be skeptical of its authenticity and safety. This is even more true when it

comes to something that we ingest and may possible affect our health. The good news with

Stevia is that there is nothing to worry about.

Though studies are still being conducted as to what exactly the positive effects of stevia are,

what has been undisputedly been proven already is that stevia in its purified form is completely

safe. The Food and Drug Administration has certified stevia as safe for use in food, so there is

no need to be concerned when you substitute it in for sugar.

Stevia is already present as an ingredient in over 5,000 food and beverage products. Such

products include ice cream, yogurt, bread, gum, candy, wine, workout drinks, and soft drinks.

The potential for stevia as a sweetener was truly unlocked by the Coca-Cola company in 2008

when they developed a purification process that allowed them to utilize stevia in some of their

products. In December 2008, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States

categorized stevia as “Generally Recognized as Safe,” which by definition means that they

have been determined to be safe through expert consensus, scientific review, or widespread

use without negative complications. Shortly thereafter, stevia started being used in mainstream

food production.

Nowadays, Stevia can be found as an ingredient in a multitude of products spanning different

types. It is prevalent in products made specifically for those with diabetes because of its

properties. In hospitals, cooking using stevia for diabetes patients and those that require a low

sugar diet is already common. Stevia’s widespread acceptance and utilization is a testament to

just how safe it is.



How Do You Cook With Stevia?

Sweet and Fit Stevia is extremely versatile and can be used for a multitude of recipes. It is

suitable as a sugar substitute when baking cakes and pastries, for hot and cold beverages,

meat and food preparations, and desserts. When combined with other ingredients, stevia has

been said to be a food enhancer. It somehow brings out the true flavors of the ingredients it is

mixed with.

Generally, 1 cup of Sweet and Fit Stevia is equivalent to 3-5 cups of sugar. In baking, bulking

agents may need to be included when sugar plays a substantial role in that function. For

example, a cake recipe that substitutes a cup of sugar with stevia may need 1/3 cup of a

bulking agent. These include egg whites, fruit puree, or yogurt. If other bulking agents are

already being used, just increase the amount of that ingredient in the recipe. Baking with stevia

may also lead to a denser baked good since sugar helps make cakes lighter. To counter this,

simply add a bit more baking powder than what is stated in the recipe. It should also be noted

that Stevia does not caramelize or crystalize like sugar, so it may not be suitable for those

kinds of baking applications.

Though at first, it may seem that replacing the sugar component in recipes with stevia takes a

lot of experimenting and trial and error, there are already numerous resources and recipes out

there that will help guide you through the transition easily. At the end of the day, just remember

all the benefits you can get from substituting the sugar in your diet with stevia, and you will

realize it is all worth it in the end.

Sweet and Fit Stevia Products

Sweet and Fit Stevia have a wide array of products which can be used for different

applications. All of their products are 100% natural with no added sugar.



The Sweet and Fit Stevia Food supplement powder comes in a box of 30 sachets, perfect for

sweetening your cup of coffee at home.

For baking enthusiasts, there is a 500g pack of Sweet and Fit Stevia which you can use as a

sugar substitute. You can also use the 60g pack Stevia Leaves Powder as a sweetener in

baking, cooking, and beverages. There are also Sweet and Fit branded chocolates in Healthy

Milk and Dark Premium Variants.

Tea drinkers have many different options when it comes to the Sweet and Fit Stevia product

line. There is a 60g pack of the Stevia Dried Tea Leaves for those looking to make their own

formulation. The Sweet and Fit Stevia Tea line made with 100% Stevia Dried Leaves, nothing

artificial, no chemicals, no pesticides, and no artificial coloring is available in Stevia Plain,

Lemon Grass, Turmeric, and Guyabano flavors.

Apart from home-use products, there are also options targeted for small business owners

wanting to provide their customers with healthier choices. If you own a coffee shop and wish to

provide an alternative sweetener for your customers, there is a bundle of 500 sachets of Sweet

and Fit Stevia so you can easily buy in bulk. If you bake or sell beverages with recipes you

developed yourself, such as for milk tea shops, there is a 1kg pack of Sweet and Fit Stevia.

Sweet and Fit Stevia is also a key ingredient for the Glorious Blend brand of beverages. They

offer different instant coffee and chocolate drink options like Red Tea Mixed Berries and Lemon

Tea.



Where to buy Stevia in the

Philippines?






Address:


Caloocan City

1400 Metro Manila

Philippines

Contact Number:

(02) 8285-2373



Get Health Access | Health Benefits of Sweet & Fit Stevia | Stevia is an organic sugar

substitute that is known for its intense sweetness while still having no calories, no carbs, and a

zero glycemic index. It may sound too good to be true, but it is. Science and research have not

only proven these claims, but they have also led to other discoveries regarding the other

positive impacts Stevia may have on your health. The science behind it also supports the

claim that Stevia has no negative drawbacks that may affect your well-being

Sweet Without The Sour

Stevia is one of those unique food ingredients that is valued, not for what it brings, but for what

it does not. It has no calories and carbohydrates which is the complete opposite of what sugar

has.

Sugar is one of the most common ingredients out there, and it often comes in bulk in the food

we eat, but it is one of the least healthy ingredients out there. Excessive sugar intake has been

associated with weight gain and diseases such as obesity and diabetes.



Though the body needs sugar and maybe healthy if consumed in moderation, sometimes it is

just too hard to resist that extra piece of candy.

The most common solution to making sure sugar does not negatively impact your health is by

reducing the amount you consume. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), added

sugar should be no more than 10% of the total calories of a food or beverage. What this means

is that the daily sugar threshold of an average adult is 200 calories or 12 teaspoons of sugar.

Currently, the average daily consumption of sugar is at 42 teaspoons. For even more context,

let us look at the average sugar content of regular soft drinks. One glass of cola contains 6 to 8

teaspoons of sugar. Once you refill your glass, you already surpass the recommended daily

amount.

But why is it so important to limit sugar intake? This is because sugar has numerous ways it

can impact your body in a negative way. The most well-known characteristic of sugar is that it

is packed with calories. The body needs energy from calories, but sugar provides empty

calories as compared to nutrient-dense calories from more nutritious foods. The added calories

lead to excessive weight gain which in turn causes heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and

certain types of cancer.

Second, sugar only contains one or two sugar molecules which are converted to blood glucose

faster than complex carbohydrates found in whole grains and vegetables. Sugar displaces the

more nutritious complex carbohydrates which provide the body with vitamins, minerals, and

fiber. Sugar has also been correlated to cavities, poor energy levels, and lack of satisfaction

from healthy foods due to sugar cravings.

Sweet and Fit Stevia saves you from all of these possible problems by removing the sugar and

the risks associated with it from your diet. Sweet and Fit Stevia fulfills the need for sweetness

provided by sugar, so substituting sugar with Sweet and Fit Stevia is a no brainer especially

when you consider all of the negative things you can avoid.



Stevia Has Health Benefits of its Own

Apart from getting rid of sugar and all the drawbacks associated with it, Stevia actually has

health benefits of its own. To start, Stevia has been applied as a substitute for saccharose

(sugar) for the treatment of diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and cavity prevention. A number of

studies have also suggested that Stevia contains compounds that may offer therapeutic

benefits since they have anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, anti-hyperglycemic, anti-hypertensive,

and antidiarrhoeal effects. It has also shown properties of being a diuretic and an

immunomodulator.

Stevia has the ability to restore a person’s strength after being physically and mentally

exhausted. Due to synergism and potentiation of components contained in Stevia leaves,

dynamic performance muscles are improved and fatigue is minimized.

Stevia also has a positive impact on the digestive system, particularly the pancreas and liver.

Due to its bactericidal and antiviral properties, Stevia can be used to treat diarrhea. Stevia

inhibits the intestinal smooth muscle, the stimulation of which leads to diarrhea associated with

motility.

Finally, Stevia truly is a great alternative to sugar for those with diabetes as research has

shown that Stevia sweeteners have no effect on blood glucose or insulin response. If you are

trying to manage your blood sugar, Stevia has been shown to lower blood sugar levels. Studies

have also provided evidence that Stevia has the potential to help lower blood pressure and

cholesterol.











Philippines?








Address:


Caloocan City

1400 Metro Manila

Philippines

Contact Number:

(02) 8285-2373


GLORIOUS BLEND: NUMBER 1 FOR YOUR COFFEE BUSINESS

Negosentro | Why Glorious Blend Coffee is #1 For Your Coffee Business | Coffee shop owners

have to make the right decisions when setting up their businesses for further growth and

revenue. Running a coffee shop business is not as simple as it seems, and scaling it takes a

lot longer than others might think. The competition is fierce as well. If you want to be the

number 1 coffee business out there, many challenges are going to come your way.

You might have already invested huge amounts into research, strengthening, and protecting

your brand identity as your purse to scale your business further to the top. When it comes to

attracting customers, having a sophisticated space that caters to Millennials and Gen Z’s and

effective social media promotions can help you get their attention. The harder part that coffee

shop owners must face is retaining customers.



When it comes to any restaurant business, retention is often the hardest part. Studies have

shown that focusing on retention increases revenue, decreases churn thus allowing your loyal

customer to spend more.

Due to COVID-19, the way restaurants and cafes operate has changed. Hundreds of

businesses are now trying to figure out how to bring their menus direct to their customers

instead of waiting for fo their customers to come to them. This new normal is to be expected

for months to come. Before, having a comfortable yet sophisticated coffee shop could have

been enough to attract customers and to get them to keep coming back. With the pandemic,

people are afraid of going to physical stores, so you need another way to stand out and keep

them coming back for more.

Let’s face it there are a ton of coffee shop owners out there, and getting your business to be the

number 1 coffee business is harder than ever before. That’s why it’s important for you to make

sure your product is the best that it could possibly be. A good product is something that

customers will keep coming back to no matter what the situation, and it is something that

customers can enjoy no matter where they consume it.

Level Up Your Coffee Experience

There are many things you can do to greatly improve your customers’ overall coffee

experience, but without the best coffee, these won’t do you any good from a long-term

perspective.

If you’re not investing in top-rated quality coffee brands, you are missing out on creating a truly

amazing product. Even if you lack the complete resources to fully scale a coffee shop

business to take it to the next level, you can never go wrong when investing in great quality

coffee, since what’s inside the cup is the most important.



Glorious Blend Coffee adds the power of story to your coffee shop with its amazing taste

combined with high levels of nutrients served for your customers to delight. You can deliver a

great tasting product that meets the requirements of your customers’ healthy lifestyle.

Glorious Blend Coffee can add context to your coffee shop, as it’s designed to serve your

customers’ health needs while also providing jobs and support to local farmers. Not only do

your customers get great tasting coffee, but they will also be supporting advocacy.

Glorious Blend Coffee offers several varieties of coffee packages that can provide for your

customers’ changing needs. Focusing on providing the healthiest coffee for your business can

massively help you get started in the coffee industry no matter how big or small your business

might be. If you do things right, you could be the number 1 coffee business out there.

Where to Buy Glorious Blend

Products?

Glorious Blend mixes are some of the healthiest instant mixes available on the market today.

They are manufactured locally by Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation (GIDC),

and they are available on the official GIDC website.


Address: 72 Nuestra Señora St. 6th Ave. Caloocan City 1400 Metro Manila Philippines

Contact Number: (02) 8285-2373


GLORIOUS BLEND: YOUR #1 COFFEE BRAND FOR YOUR OFFICE

Bravo Filipino | The #1 Coffee For Office Workers | Coffee is often a free perk offered by most

employers to their employees. When an office serves free coffee to employees, it makes them

feel appreciated and valued. By providing the best cup of coffee and not settling for anything

less, it shows employees that they are truly cared for.

Why You Should Choose The Best

Coffee For Of ce Workers

As the coffee culture constantly changes, coffee drinkers continue to seek new ways to enjoy

their favorite beverage. Coffee for few office workers can be a delicacy, but for the majority

considered as major a necessity.

Some love to drink coffee in their homes, a friend’s house, or sometimes in local coffee shops,

yet the most common places for you to enjoy this delightfully aromatic beverage is at work.



Most offices though just have simple 3-in-1 coffee which is affordable and quick, but it might

not be sufficient enough. There are many great reasons why workplaces should consider

investing in, not just good coffee, but great coffee.

For a start, coffee contains antioxidants to improve your health. And it’s also shown to improve

your mental functions, mood, and motivation. Several studies have even shown that drinking

coffee is one of the most important parts of the workday, and an impressive amount of people

claim they could simply not live without it. Research has shown that 84% of workers drink

coffee every day, and often feel like their day hasn’t started yet until they had their first cup.

Further research shows that great coffee in the workplace improves social interaction,

communication, and collaboration. It may even eliminate the need for employees to leave the

office to go to a local coffee shop. Considering the dangers of the COVID-19 pandemic, this

could be a life-saving alternative. It could even be better when the coffee itself provides health

benefits outside of those provided by caffeine when it is infused with other ingredients.

A quality cup of coffee boosts the discipline of your employees, often leading to satisfaction

and more productivity. By providing your office workers with the healthiest, best-tasting coffee,

you make sure that you not only satisfy their coffee cravings, but their health needs as well.

Bene ts Of Great Coffee

According to Medical Writer Stephen Braun,

caffeine blocks receptors for adenosine, a

compound in your brain that causes drowsiness. This explains why many of us feel less tired

when we consume coffee.



In low doses, caffeine also is said to improve mental performance and alertness. In shorter

bursts, moreover, coffee can increase your cognitive functions, memory, alertness, and

energy.

The Magic of Glorious Blend Coffee

Glorious Blend Coffee was founded in 2008, By GIDC (Glorious Industrial & Development

Corporation ) known as the Philippines 1st Stevia Company. Ever since the demand for their

coffee has skyrocketed. Having undergone massive development, Glorious Blend Coffee has

perfected their products and now serves the best coffee for office workers.

Glorious Blend Coffee continues to offer the best of both worlds, combining classic ingredients

with nutritious ones. It has proven itself to live up to the industry’s golden standard of fulfilling

the nutritional needs of modern-day office coffee consumers.



Glorious Blend Coffee not only provides the benefits of caffeine than other coffee products may

also have; it adds to it. The use of ingredients like malunggay, brown rice, and L-carnitine

ensures that their products provide consumers with health benefits they won’t find in other

coffee products. It also makes use of the sugar substitute, stevia, which has zero calories,

zero cholesterol, and zero glycemic index, making it ideal for those looking to minimize their

sugar intake including dieters and diabetics.

What are you waiting for? Order Glorious Blend Coffee today, and experience the magic for

yourself.

Where to Buy Glorious Blend

Products?




Visit the website of Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation at https://gidc.com.ph/ or



Address:


Caloocan City

1400 Metro Manila

Philippines

Contact Number:

(02) 8285-2373


WHY FILIPINO WORKAHOLICS LOVE GLORIOUS BLEND COFFEE

Yo Manila | Best Tasting Coffee for Filipino Workaholics: Glorious Blend Coffee | Filipino

workers are known around the world for being hard-working, diligent, and productive

employees. They work around the clock, even in the wee hours of the evening and morning,

but still manage to deliver output that meets and even surpasses expectations. Filipinos are

workaholics, and they do their best in order to provide for themselves and their families.

With the stresses of the new normal piling on top of an environment that was not optimal in the

first place, you really have to work smart and efficient to survive every day. Finding the energy

to finish work assignments when you spend hours stuck in the morning commute is really

difficult. It is no surprise then that many Filipinos look to coffee to give them the energy boost

they need to make it through the workday. Glorious Blend Coffee can help.



Glorious Blend Coffee prides itself on producing coffee blends which are not only great tasting

but healthy as well. Their blends include the use of stevia, a sugar substitute with no calories,

no cholesterol, and zero glycemic index, helping you keep your healthy diet while still providing

that sweet taste. It is even safe for diabetics. This makes it the ideal coffee choice for many

people out there, including the Filipino workforce. Here are 5 reasons why Filipino workaholics

should choose Glorious Blend Coffee.

Top 5 Reasons of Why Filipino

Workaholics Should Choose Glorious

Blend:

1. Healthy Coffee is a Healthy Life

Glorious Blend Coffee is a healthy coffee that will help you maintain a healthy lifestyle while

working. One reason why this is a healthy coffee is because of the use of stevia as an

ingredient. Stevia is a sugar substitute extracted from the leaves of a plant species called

Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni. It is a sweetener that has no cholesterol, no calories, no

carbohydrates, and zero glycemic indexes. Not only have that, but Glorious Blend Coffee also

produces different blends enhanced with other healthy ingredients such as browned rice,

malunggay, and L-carnitine. These provide benefits that may meet your specific health needs.

2. Glorious Blend Coffee can Help Relieves the Pain

Filipino workaholics, especially those working in the field, tend to use their muscles to do work.

Drinking two cups of coffee can actually help relieve muscle pain. Caffeine naturally helps

block pain receptors, so Glorious Blend Coffee can help give you quick respite from ailments

you are feeling. However, always remember that if the pain is recurring, it would be best to visit

your physician.



3. Glorious Blend Coffee Improves Cognitive Thinking

Caffeine, the main ingredient of coffee, is also a brain stimulant. Glorious Blend Coffee can help

a Filipino workaholic by enhancing neurotransmitters, leading to improvements in memory,

concentration, and working ability.

4. It Can Boost Your Energy

A sip of Glorious Blend Coffee can hype you up. Caffeine helps stimulate the breakdown of fats

which provides fuel for the body. This gives Filipino workers a boost of energy to help them

make it through their workday.

5. Glorious Blend Coffee Can Make for a Glorious Office Culture

Filipino workers are friendly with their officemates and co-workers. Glorious Blend Coffee is a

healthy and delicious coffee which means it can be enjoyed by practically anyone. This makes

it ideal for sharing. Help cultivate a culture of comradely within the office by having coffee to

share over casual exchanges and conversations. It is also something you can offer guests or

business partners who visit for meetings.

Where to Buy Glorious Blend Products?





Address:


Caloocan City

1400 Metro Manila

Philippines



Glorious Blend is a product line manufactured by Glorious Industrial and Development

Corporation that features a variety of instant drink mixes that contain natural, healthy

ingredients to keep you energized throughout the day. These ingredients include malunggay,

mangosteen, calcium, gotu kola, coffee, and creamer. What makes the Glorious Blend

products standout is that they are sugar free. Instead, they use a healthy organic alternative

called Stevia which has no calories, no carbohydrates, and zero glycemic index.

Glorious Blend products are also helpful in that they support local farmers. Purchase of

Glorious Blend products support stevia growers and other local communities. Proceeds help

provide scholarships and employment for the stevia growers, so not only are Glorious Blend

products good for you, but they also help others as well.

There are different Glorious Blend products, and they cater to different people, taste

preferences, and needs. To learn more about Glorious Blend, their products, and their benefits,

keep reading.



But First, Where Did Coffee Come From?

Did you know that coffee was first invented in the ancient coffee forests on the Ethiopian

plateau by a man named Kaldi?

Kaldi discovered coffee when he noticed that, after eating the berries from a certain tree, his

goats became so energetic that they did not want to sleep at night.

Kaldi reported his findings to the abbot of the local monastery, who then made a drink with the

berries and found that it kept him alert throughout the long hours of evening prayer. The abbot

shared his discovery with the other monks in the monastery, and knowledge of the energizing

berries began to spread.

As word moved east and coffee reached the Arabian Peninsula, it began a journey which

would bring the beans across the globe

What is the History of Coffee in the Philippines?

According to the Phil Coffee Board, The first coffee tree was introduced in Lipa, Batangas in

1740 by a Spanish Franciscan monk. From there, coffee-growing spread to other parts of

Batangas like Ibaan, Lemery, San Jose, Taal, and Tanauan. Batangas owed much of its wealth

to the coffee plantations in these areas and Lipa eventually became the coffee capital of the

Philippines.

By the 1860s, Batangas was exporting coffee to America through San Francisco. When the

Suez Canal was opened, a new market started in Europe as well. Seeing the success of the

Batangeños, Cavite followed suit by growing the first coffee seedlings in 1876 in Amadeo. In

spite of this, Lipa still reigned as the center for coffee production in the Philippines and

Batangas barako was commanding five times the price of other Asian coffee beans.



In 1880, the Philippines was the fourth largest exporter of coffee beans, and when the coffee

rust hit Brazil, Africa, and Java, it became the only source of coffee beans worldwide.

The glory days of the Philippine coffee industry lasted until 1889 when coffee rust hit the

Philippine shores. That, coupled with an insect infestation, destroyed virtually all the coffee

trees in Batangas.

Since Batangas was a major producer of coffee, this greatly affected national coffee

production. In two years, coffee production was reduced to 1/6th its original amount. By then,

Brazil had regained its position as the world’s leading producer of coffee.

A few of the surviving coffee seedlings were transferred from Batangas to Cavite, where they

flourished. This was not the end of the Philippines’ coffee growing days, but there was less

area allotted to coffee because many farmers had shifted to other crops.

During the 1950s, the Philippine government, with the help of the Americans, brought in a more

resistant variety of coffee. It was also then that instant coffee was being produced

commercially, thus increasing the demand for beans.

Because of favorable market conditions, many farmers went back to growing coffee in the

1960s. But the sudden proliferation of coffee farms resulted in a surplus of beans around the

world, and for a while importation of coffee was banned in order to protect local coffee

producers. When Brazil was hit by a frost in the 1970’s, world market coffee prices soared.

The Philippines became a member of the International Coffee Organization (ICO) in 1980.

Today, the Philippines produces 30,000 metric tons of coffee a year, up from 23,000 metric

tons just three years ago.



What Are The Health Benefits Of Coffee?

Did you know that coffee can help prevent cancer?

According to the studies of Harvard, Coffee may affect how cancer develops, ranging from the

initiation of a cancer cell to its death.

For example, coffee may stimulate the production of bile acids and speed digestion through the

colon, which can lower the number of carcinogens to which colon tissue is exposed.

Caffeine itself may interfere with the growth and spread of cancer cells. Coffee also appears to

lower inflammation, a risk factor for many cancers.

The beneficial health effects of coffee, with improved antioxidant responses and reduced

inflammation, are both important important in cancer prevention. Evidence from the American

Institute for Cancer Research concludes that drinking coffee may reduce risk for endometrial

and liver cancer, and based on a systematic review of a large body of research, it is not a risk

for the cancers that were studied.

Why Is Coffee So Popular?

Ever wonder why coffee is so popular?

Below we’ve compiled, Five of The Most Amazing Coffee Trivia’s For You:

Fun Fact # 1

Did you know that Americans drink 400 million cups of coffee a day, or more than 140 billion

cups a year, making the United States the world’s leading consumers of Coffee?



Fun Fact # 2

The most popular is Roast and ground coffee, accounting for 45% of total coffee sales in the

United States.

Fun Fact # 3

Men consume 1.7 cups per day on average and women consume 1.5 cups.

Fun Fact # 4

64% of Americans 18 and older surveyed in 2019 said they drink a cup of coffee every day.

79% of them drink coffee at home.

Fun Fact # 5

In the US, there is great interest in the work of the barista. At the moment, approximately

574,400 Americans are working as baristas.

What Is Instant Coffee Mix?

You might be wondering where did instant coffee originate from? According to History of

Coffee, the first “instant coffee” was made in Britain in 1771. It was called a “coffee compound”

and had a patent granted by the British government. The first American instant coffee was

created in 1851.

It was used during the Civil War and experimental “cakes” of instant coffee were shared in

rations to soldiers. David Strang of Invercargill, New Zealand invented and patented instant or

soluble coffee in 1890.



For its manufacturing, it used something called the “Dry Hot-Air” process. The first successful

method of creating a stable soluble coffee powder was invented by Japanese-American

chemist Satori Kato of Chicago in 1901, and it was patented in 1903. George Constant Louis

Washington, an American inventor of Belgian descent developed his own instant coffee

process after Kato and made the first commercial brand of it in 1910.

During the First World War, instant coffee became very popular because the U.S. military

bought all the available supplies and included them in soldier’s rations.

In 1930, Brazil had large coffee surpluses spoil, so the Brazilian Coffee Institute asked the

chairman of the Nestlé to create a flavorful soluble coffee product which will help with the

storage problem and also possibly increase overall coffee sales.

Initial methods made products that had inferior flavors and that did not dissolve very well.

Nestlé agreed and began several years of research in order to solve the problem. The

breakthrough came in 1937 when Nestlé scientist Max Morgenthaler invented a new instant

coffee making method. The finished product is what we know today as Nescafé.

Nescafé went into market in 1938, and the process involving drying equal amounts of coffee

extract and soluble carbohydrates produce a better tasting instant coffee which quickly

became very popular. In 1954, they developed a method to produce instant coffee without the

use of carbohydrates. In a method called agglomeration, instant coffee particles are steamed

which make them tick together in clumps. Instead of adding even more heat which would

diminish the flavor, a new freeze-drying method was utilized to produce a higher-quality, better

tasting product. In

In 1938, they began selling it and because process involves drying equal amounts of coffee

extract and soluble carbohydrates, it makes a better tasting instant coffee which quickly

becomes very popular.



In the times of the Second World War, instant coffee is again very popular among the soldiers.

In 1954 Nescafe develops a method to produce instant coffee using only coffee, without added

carbohydrates for stabilization like before. A method called agglomeration was used, which is

done by steaming the instant coffee particles which make them stick together in clumps. The

only problem is that another heating further worsens the coffee’s flavor. A new method called

freeze-drying becomes the preferred method of making instant coffee because it generally

results in a higher-quality product with better taste.

What are the Benefits of Instant Coffee?

Instant coffee is drunk by millions of people around the world. People of all ages love it, but did

you know that there are actually benefits to drinking instant coffee?

Here are some of the main benefits of instant coffee:

Benefits of the Healthiest Instant Coffee:

Can Help Prevent Heart Diseases.

Helps With Weight Loss.

Gives You Better Physical Performance.

Contains Essential Nutrients That’s Healthy For Your Body.

Helps Lower Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes.

Helps Protect You From Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia.

Can Help Protect Your Liver.

Can Lower Your Risk of Parkinson’s.



Probably the Healthiest Instant Coffee Mix

When it comes to choosing coffee you may be wondering which ones to choose, after all there

are so many coffee brands out there. In each commercial that you see on TV or Digital

Advertising, all you see is brand after brand after brand. Mostly endorsed by a well-known

celebrity, you see it all the time.

When it comes to choosing the healthiest instant coffee,

it needs to have ingredients that, not

only make it taste good, but also make it jam-packed with nutrients and benefits.


COOKING WITH FIT & SWEET STEVIA BRAND

Food Finds Asia | Cooking With Sweet And Fit Stevia | Cooks and bakers who are looking to

use healthier ingredients in their recipes often look for substitutes that can provide the same

flavor profile as the ingredient they are looking to replace. One of the most common yet least

healthy ingredients is sugar. Sugar has a lot of calories that can contribute to unwanted weight

gain. It also displaces complex carbohydrates from nutritious food that provide vitamins and

minerals in exchange for simple carbohydrates that have little to no nutritional value. As such,

sugar is often one of the first ingredients to be replaced.

There are several sugar substitutes available out there, but most are generated artificially.

Luckily, there is an organic and natural option that can provide the same sweetness that is

sought after in sugar but without its unhealthy characteristics: Stevia.

Stevia comes from the Stevia plant, a small bush from the sunflower family native to South

America. In the Philippines, the first Stevia herbal dietary supplement that was launched is

Sweet and Fit Stevia.




Sweet and Fit Stevia is grown and harvested locally at the Sweet and Fit Stevia Farm in Brgy.

Tambobong, Bocaue, Bulacan. According to the Food and Drug Administration of the

Philippines, it was the first registered stevia powder. It has no cholesterol, no calories, no

carbs, and is 100% natural. Most importantly, Sweet and Fit Stevia has no bitter taste, making

it the perfect substitute for sugar in your favorite recipes.

It can be used for a multitude of recipes. A few examples of where it can be utilized are for

baking, preparing hot or cold beverages, meat, and food preparations, and making desserts.

Stevia is said to bring out the true flavors of other ingredients, so Sweet and Fit Stevia might

actually make your recipes taste better than it ever did with sugar.

Cooking and Baking with Sweet and Fit Stevia

For simple applications like sweetening your coffee, you can use a sachet of Sweet and Fit

Stevia and you should be ready to go. However, there are few more things to consider when

cooking or baking with Sweet and Fit Stevia as an ingredient. It may seem intimidating, but it is

actually quite simple to make the transition. Also, when all is said and done, the benefits you

gain from making the change far outweigh the initial phase of figuring out how to cook with

Stevia.

As an initial guide and reference, you can generally use 1 cup of Stevia for every 3-5 cups of

sugar a recipe calls for. Give it a try and just adjust the amount according to your preference.

When baking, just remember that different ingredients serve multiple purposes. For example,

sugar plays a substantial role as being a bulking agent in baked goods.



Therefore, you might have to include your own bulking agent to the recipe to get the texture

you desire. For example, cake recipes that substitute a cup of sugar with Stevia may need a

1/3 cup of a bulking agent. If you are looking to stick with healthy options, you may use fruit

puree or yogurt as a bulking agent. Egg whites will also suffice.

It is also important to take into account that baking with Stevia may lead to a denser baked

product since sugar helps make cakes lighter. It is easy to counter this however by simply

adding a bit more baking powder than what is stated in the recipe. Finally, it should be noted

that Stevia does not caramelize or crystalize like sugar, so you might have to consider other

options if those are techniques that the recipe calls for.

Though at first, it may seem that replacing the sugar component in recipes with Stevia takes a

lot of experimenting and trial and error, there are already numerous resources and recipes out

there that will help guide you through the transition easily.

Sweet and Fit Stevia: The Healthy Sugar Substitute

Stevia is versatile and has diverse functionality, and that is why it is growing in popularity. It is

intensely sweet but without any bitter aftertaste. Apart from the taste though, Sweet and Fit

Stevia is great because of its positive health impact.

Since it has no glycemic impact and provides zero calories per serving, it is suitable of

diabetics and anyone looking for a sugar substitute. Science has also proven that Stevia helps

lower blood pressure and blood sugar. Sweet and Fit Stevia truly is the healthy sweet

alternative.




Philippines?

It can be purchased online at the official GIDC website and can be found at your local Mercury

Drug Store, Generika, South Star Drug, and other leading drugstores. It can also be bought at

Robinsons Supermarket, Waltermart, Ever Gotesco, Landmark, and other supermarkets

nationwide. It is also available on popular online marketplaces.


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BONUS ARTICLE: Benefits of Eating Organic Food

Get Health Access | Health Benefits of Eating Organic Food | Organic Food is growing ever

popular as people are becoming more concerned with the impact of the food they eat. Organic

produce and other things as being grown without anything in the way of pesticides, GMOs,

synthetic fertilizers, and similar elements. While many consumers buy organic because they

believe it is better for the environment, which it is, more do so because of the effect it has on

their health.

There are many different claims as to how organic food can help you and your health, some

true, some false. With organic food becoming more widespread, it has also gotten the attention

of the scientific community. Different studies have been conducted to determine its impact, and

here are just a few facts backed by science that show the benefits of eating organic food.

BENEFITS OF EATING ORGANIC FOOD


No Antibiotics or Synthetic Hormones

Conventional livestock is often fed antibiotics to protect against illness to make it easier for

farmers to raise them. Conventionally raised animals can also be injected with synthetic

growth hormones for quick weight gain and more milk production.

The concern is that these substances can make their way to the final product, meaning

customers may consume the drug residue that is believed to contribute to antibiotic resistance.

On the other hand, organic food, produced without antibiotics, is therefore intrinsically safer.

Organic meat and dairy also do not contain synthetic hormones that have been linked to

cancer risk.

More Antioxidants

In a six-year study published in the journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, researchers

found that organic onions had about 20% higher antioxidant content than conventionally grown

onions. However, according to an adjunct associate professor of Nutrition at the Harvard Chan

School of Public Health, the study shows that only one aspect of phytochemicals can be

improved under organic conditions, so there is, even more, to learn about regarding the

possible impact of organic food.

Less Harmful

Organic food is mostly grown without the use of synthetic pesticides or artificial fertilizers.

Though these chemicals are widely regarded as safe in the quantities used for food production,

there are experts that still think there is potential harm if expose to them repeatedly.

For example, the insecticide chlorpyrifos has been associated with developmental delays in

infants, and pesticide residues may contribute to ADHD prevalence and reduced sperm

quality .



A meta-analysis published in the British Journal of Nutrition in 2014 found that organically

grown crops were less likely to contain detectable levels of pesticides. They were also less

likely to test positive for cadmium, a toxic heavy metal that accumulates in the liver and

kidneys.

Sweet and Fit Stevia: Best Organicbased

Sweetener and Dietary

Supplement




any of its characteristics. Sweet and Fit Stevia gives you the benefits of eating organic food

while taking away the risks associated with sugar. Sweet and Fit Stevia is healthy sweet, and

there is no bitter taste or downside to worry about.


in the Philippines?

Sweet and Fit Stevia is manufactured by Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation .









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BONUS ARTICLE: Benefits of Toll Manufacturing

World Executive Digest | Benefits of Toll Manufacturing | Have you ever wondered how

products are easily processed and delivered to the market? Toll manufacturing is the answer.

Different companies in our society utilize toll manufacturing in their daily manufacturing routine.

Food and Beverage, Electronics, and other types of businesses nowadays all make effective

use of the toll manufacturing process.

So what is toll manufacturing? Toll manufacturing is a service provided by another company

that specializes in producing large or small scale blends for other companies that want to make

a product without having to invest in special equipment. One company provides raw materials

to a third-party who then provides the rest of the services such as manufacturing. This is

similar to contract manufacturing with the only difference being that the third-party both

supplies the manufacturing process and sources all the raw materials.

BENEFITS OF TOLL MANUFACTURING


Toll manufacturing is becoming more and more common because it gives companies a wide

range of cost-effective options that might not be possible if they did everything in-house. One of

the well-known toll manufacturing companies for food and beverages in the Philippines

Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation (GIDC Philippines).

GIDC Philippines specializes in manufacturing food and beverages for companies that want to

make use of a healthy sugar substitute. This substitute is known as Stevia. Stevia is a natural

sweetener made from leaves of a plant related to asters and chrysanthemums. The benefits of

stevia are that it is organic, calorie-free, carbohydrate-free, and has a glycemic index of zero.

Similarly, the toll manufacturing service they provide has benefits as well.

The Top 8 Benefits of Toll Manufacturing

No Capital Investment

One of the reasons why companies choose toll manufacturing is because they want to avoid

unwanted capital investment. In other words, toll manufacturing can help save money. Who

doesn’t like that? With toll manufacturing, you don’t have to invest money into specialized

equipment, manpower, or space to accommodate production. The toll manufacturer already

has all of these things. It will give you the freedom to use your money in other things including

investing in new products that can help your company grow.

Raw Materials

Raw materials, also known as feedstock, are the basic materials that is used to produce goods

or create a finished product. With toll manufacturing, the manufacturer can purchase and store

raw materials for you. This can help you simplify the manufacturing process. At the same time,

it helps you save money. The materials or ingredients can be also be supplied by the emerging

company in order to control the sourcing quality of your raw materials.



Customization

One of the best benefits of toll manufacturing is customization. Toll manufacturers understand

that different companies want different outputs, so they are prepared to cater to customized

formats and packaging options. This ability to customize is great if you are looking for

something specific, especially if you do not want to spend the time and money making your

product yourself.

Some of the businesses here in the Philippines have a problem storing their products, and that

is exactly why toll manufacturing might be the best for your business. Toll manufacturers can

store your end product, saving you space. Some of the toll manufacturers can coordinate onsite

storage, off-site warehousing, and even the final delivery of your product. Because of this,

the stress for your storage and delivery will be taken off your hands.

Storage

Flat Fee

The Flat Fee, also known as a flat rate or a linear rate, refers to a pricing structure that charges

a single fixed fee for a service, regardless of usage. The toll manufacturing flat fee is another

way toll manufacturing can save you money. No matter how much you increase production,

the cost won’t.

Quality Products

An amazing benefit of toll manufacturing is the quality products that they can produce because

products are not manufactured by the company itself. Toll manufactures have to do a good job

in production if they want to stay in business, and that is why they are highly skilled and

experts in production activities. This means that they are more efficient and can produce highquality

products at lower costs. This lets companies focus on other factors like strategic and

future planning which will help them grow.



More Focus on Selling Activities

Toll manufacturers help companies by paying attention to the functional areas. Selling products

is an important aspect of businesses, especially for SME’s that have to overcome competition

in order to survive. Companies, by outsourcing its production activities, have more time to

focus on activities like marketing and sales.

Easy Entry in Markets

There are various trade barriers in many countries that make it difficult to do business there.

Companies cannot just enter and sell their products abroad. With toll manufacturing, it

becomes easy for companies to enter into different countries. By using a toll manufacturer, It

will be easier to enter different markets in different countries because you can source products

within the region you wish to enter.

If you have a food and beverage business here in the Philippines, you might want to consider

the Glorious Industrial and Development Corporation to toll manufacture your products. They

are the best toll manufacturer of stevia in the Philippines. With GIDC, the food and beverage

products you deliver to your customers will be healthier than ever. To learn more, visit GIDC

Philippines .


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Philippines

Contact Number:

(02) 8285-2373


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