Natvia, an all-natural sweetener that is produced in Australia, is to launch in the UK. A healthy alternative to sugar and chemical sweeteners, it can be used in the same way as sugar – including use in coffee, tea or cold beverages or in baking and cooking products. Natvia states that its product contains none of the unpleasant aftertaste or carcinogenic risks often associated with sweeteners.

Natvia is also suitable for diabetics (of which there are nearly 3 million in the UK) and for those seeking a healthy lifestyle. The sweetener contains zero calories, is low in carbohydrates, and has ingredients that are low in GI.

The product is made from Stevia plants that are grown on the company’s own farms in Australia, and is blended with a naturally occurring nectar (known as Erythritol) found in melons and grapes. Natvia reports that its sweetener is 100% natural, and comes in drink portion sticks and a 200g canister.