Stevia Extract
supplement · base score 0.5 · also listed as stevia, steviol glycosides, stevia extract
What is it?
We haven't written a full explanation for this one yet. It's in the supplement category and currently graded medium.
At a glance
- Category
- supplement
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 0 products
- Also listed as
- stevia, steviol glycosides, stevia extract
Common questions about stevia extract
Is Stevia Extract good for dogs?
It is nutritionally fine: we grade it medium, meaning adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout either way. The overall recipe matters more than any single ingredient.
How many UK dog foods contain stevia extract?
None of the UK products in our database currently list stevia extract as an ingredient.
What else is stevia extract called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: stevia, steviol glycosides, stevia extract. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade stevia extract?
We grade it medium: nutritionally adequate, but nothing special either way. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.
What is stevia extract in dog food?
Stevia extract is a sweetener taken from the stevia plant, containing steviol glycosides. It is used to add sweetness without adding sugar.
Is stevia extract safe for dogs?
Stevia is generally considered safe in the small amounts used in pet products. Dogs do not need sweeteners in their diet, so it offers no real nutritional benefit.
No products in our database currently use this ingredient.