Monk fruit extract

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Monk fruit extract, also known as Luo Han Guo extract, is a natural sweetener made from monk fruit, a small green melon-like fruit native to southern China, especially the regions of Guangxi, Guangdong, and Hunan. Traditionally used in Chinese medicine for centuries, monk fruit is valued for its sweetness and health-promoting properties. The extract is produced by removing the seeds and skin of the fruit, crushing it, and isolating the sweet compounds called mogrosides, particularly mogroside V, which gives the extract its intense sweetness. Monk fruit extract is **0 to **0 times sweeter than sugar yet contains zero calories and zero carbohydrates, and it does not raise blood glucose levels. Because mogrosides are not metabolized like sugar, the sweetener is suitable for people with diabetes and those who follow low-carb or ketogenic diets.

In addition to its role as a sugar substitute, monk fruit extract offers several potential health benefits. Mogrosides have strong antioxidant properties and may help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation. Since the extract is calorie-free, it can support weight management by reducing overall caloric intake. Unlike regular sugar, it does not contribute to tooth decay, making it a more dental-friendly option. Its natural, plant-based origin also makes it compatible with a wide range of dietary patterns, including keto, paleo, diabetic-friendly, and gluten-free diets.

Monk fruit extract is widely used as a sweetening ingredient in beverages such as coffee, tea, smoothies, and protein shakes, as well as in sauces, salad dressings, and various low-sugar or sugar-free packaged foods. It is commonly blended with other sweeteners like erythritol to improve texture and usability, especially for baking, since pure monk fruit extract is extremely sweet and does not provide the bulk or caramelization of sugar. Beyond modern food applications, monk fruit has long been used in traditional Chinese medicine to soothe sore throats, reduce coughing, and support respiratory health, although these benefits come from the whole fruit rather than the refined sweetener