Nowadays,stevia is currently a hot topic in Western Europe,and with the strong natural trend present within beverages it is highly likely to create a storm when the products hit the shelves. Although stevia is an incomplete replacement for sugar because of its different sensory perception, it will undoubtedly gain consumer attention as it not only meets the natural trend but also niche trends. The global rise of both cardiovascular disease and diabetes pushes stevia's role as an ingredient for weight management.