Stevia source of antioxidants, possible DNA protection

This is the first I've heard about stevia being a rich source of antioxidants. Yet another eason to grow and enjoy stevia. -- Jeffrey Goettemoeller
Whirlwind around stevia could also include DNA protection:
November 30, 2007 -- by Stephen Daniells -- nutraingredients.com
"Stevia, the natural sweetener causing a whirlwind of interest around the globe, could also be a rich source of antioxidants and may protect against DNA damage and cancer, says a study from India published yesterday."

Stevia: The FDA's Attack On A Beneficial Supplement

Here's a pretty detailed article about the FDA and Stevia. -- Jeff G.
Stevia: The FDA's Attack On A Beneficial Supplement
Nov 14, 2007 -- by Jon Barron -- Newstarget.com

Results Are In: Organic Foods More Nutritious Than Conventional Foods

Here's another study showing many organic foods really are better for you. -- Jeffrey G.
The Results Are In: Organic Foods More Nutritious Than Conventional Foods:
Nov 18, 2007 -- by Katherine East -- Newstarget.com
"Newcastle University have been leading this £12m, four-year project, funded by the European Union and their findings show that organic food contains more antioxidants and less unhealthy fatty acids."

Paraguayans hoping for windfall from "sweet herb"

ABC News: Paraguayans hoping for windfall from "sweet herb"
by Daniela Desantis -- July 24, 2007

Stevia offers Paraguay farmers hopes of a sweet future

Interesting story about farmers in Paraguay and the hopes they are placing on stevia as a cash crop. -- Jeff G.
FTD.de - Business English - Business English - Stevia offers Paraguay farmers hopes of a sweet future

Is Coca-Cola Putting Stevia On The Fast-Track To Approval As A Sweetener?

Interesting blog about Coca-Cola and Cargill interest in stevia. -- Jeff G.
Jimmy Moore's Livin' La Vida Low-Carb™ Blog: Is Coca-Cola Putting Stevia On The Fast-Track To Approval As A Sweetener?: "Did you know Diet Coke in Japan is sweetened with the plant-based stevia?"

Paraguayans hoping for windfall from stevia

Looks like stevia production might be ramped up considerably in Paraguay. -- Jeff Goettemoeller
Paraguayans hoping for windfall from "sweet herb" - Yahoo! News:
July 24, 2007
"ASUNCION (Reuters) - Paraguayan farmers are hoping to cash in on a low-calorie sweetener being made by the Coca-Cola Co"

Food Standards Code May Allow Stevia in Food for New Zealand, Australia

FSANZ invites comment on proposed changes to Food Standards Code: "The Plant Sciences Group of Central Queensland University and Australian Stevia Mills Pty Ltd have applied for the Code to be amended to allow the use of steviol glycosides as an intense sweetener for a wide variety of foods."

Senapati farmers benefiting from Stevia cultivation

Senapati farmers benefiting from Stevia cultivation :: KanglaOnline ~ Your Gateway: "Imphal, May 21: The farmers of Tadubi and its surrounding villages in Senapati district have started getting the benefits from cultivating 'Stevia' plants extensively over 220 acres for commercial purposes."

Amazonian Dark Earth

A charcoal by-product of some biofuel production methods could provide soil fertility and carbon sequestration. -- Jeff
Amazonian Dark Earth:
by Susan S. Lang -- Feb. 18, 2006
"Cornell biogeochemist shows how reproducing the Amazon's black soil could increase fertility and reduce global warming"