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  jv on 12/08/2013 - 21:30

  +3

  Stevia is awful. That's the rubbish they put in Pepsi Next… I bought a can once and threw it out, couldn't finish it.
  It definitely does not taste like sugar…

  Also,

  Artificial sweeteners used in these drinks are meant to give the taste without the calories but a major review of scientific studies suggests they may instead interfere with the body's normal energy regulation.

  http://www.ntnews.com.au/article/2013/07/11/322696_lifestyle…

  And,

  In 2012, FDA posted a note on their website regarding crude Stevia plant: "FDA has not permitted the use of whole-leaf Stevia or crude Stevia extracts because these substances have not been approved for use as a food additive. FDA does not consider their use in food to be GRAS in light of reports in the literature that raise concerns about the use of these substances. Among these concerns are control of blood sugar and effects on the reproductive, cardiovascular, and renal systems."

  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stevia#Controversy

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    foobar on 12/08/2013 - 22:09

    I had heard good things and then some time back I noticed stevia tablets at Aldi, tried them and they made my cuppa pretty much undrinkable. Very disappointing indeed.

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    Russ on 12/08/2013 - 22:10

    +2

    For your newspaper article, I'll take that with a grain of salt. I'm rather cynical about reporters and newspapers of late. The wikipedia reference is more useful, I recommend everyone read it if they have concerns.

    With respect to your quote "FDA has not permitted the use of whole-leaf Stevia..", this isn't whole-leaf Stevia being offered, so the quote does not apply to this deal.

    The wikipedia article you referenced does say there are some possible worries, but also says "the bulk of studies show an absence of harmful effects" and "Japan currently consumes more stevia than any other country, with stevia accounting for 40% of the sweetener market". Japan has a lot of people, if there were noticeable negative effects, you'd think they would have shown up by now.

    The wikipedia artice also says that the FDA has approved purified versions of Stevia. Which this offer apparently is.

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  easternculture on 12/08/2013 - 21:30

  +3

  Probably one or two sachet's

  or you could go to your local coffee shop and grab some without giving your details out

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  [Deactivated] on 12/08/2013 - 21:46

  -5

  ohhhhhhhhh…nooooo

  Not again!

  you could go to your local coffee shop and grab some without giving your details out

  Ever heard of Integrity?

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  foobar on 12/08/2013 - 21:46

  Been done twice already but I suppose it's been the regulated six months so it's time to spam the standard offer once more.

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  RSV1000 on 12/08/2013 - 22:03

  Natvia
  Is 100% better tasting
  There was a free offer a little while ago, Not sure if its still available

  https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=659671560714537&set=…

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  rekabkram on 12/08/2013 - 23:07

  +1

  I've applied for this before and it never arrived. However for those interested my wife has some of it in the cupboard so I've just made myself a coffee with it (first time I've bothered to try it).

  Overall as a sugar alternative it's not terrible but I certainly won't be having it again, slight aftertaste and not as sweet as sugar. I love my coffee and it ruined it for me but its not like it turned it in to an international roast or Nescafé blend 43 (or 20 or whatever blend it was…. Maybe they should've kept trying….).

  Long story short rankings :

  Nescafé - 1
  Gloria Jeans - 4
  My normal coffee - 10
  My normal coffee with Hermestas - 6

  So not terrible but I threw it away and made a proper cup afterwards.

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    DirtySteve on 13/08/2013 - 00:02

    Same here. I applied last time but never received the sample.

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  juzz0 on 13/08/2013 - 06:05

  How does it compare to CSR 'smart' white sugar with stevia?

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    rekabkram on 13/08/2013 - 11:36

    Sorry I should've made it clear that I use white sugar normaly, not sure if 'smart' sugar is any different…

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  CookieMunster on 14/08/2013 - 17:02

  +1

  I wouldn't bother with these guys. They had it going last year, and no one ever got any samples. Also, this brand in particular tastes like crap.