Over the centuries, Guarani people of Paraguay and Brazil discovered
the unique flavor of stevia and called it Ka’a He’e
(Sweet Herb) in Guarani, the stevia leaf was an important ingredient
in the indigenous diet. Historians noted that these indigenous
peoples had been sweetening herbal teas with stevia leaves "since
ancient times." However, the widespread native use of stevia
was chronicled by the Spaniards in historical documents. In due
course, it was introduced to settlers.
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