Monk Fruit

A small green gourd native to southern China and northern Thailand, used as a natural zero-calorie sweetener due to its high content of mogrosides
Sweeteners Natural Sweeteners Research: Moderate

Scientific Name

Siraitia grosvenorii

Also Known As

Monk Fruit Luo Han Guo Buddha Fruit Siraitia grosvenorii

Benefits

  • Zero-calorie natural sweetening
  • Does not raise blood sugar levels
  • High antioxidant content
  • May have anti-inflammatory properties
  • Natural alternative to artificial sweeteners

Common Forms

Powder Liquid extract Granules Concentrate

Safety Notes

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Well-tolerated by most individuals. May cause digestive upset in sensitive individuals when consumed in large amounts. Generally considered safe for diabetics and those following ketogenic diets.

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Types of Monk Fruit

Whole Monk Fruit

The dried whole fruit of Siraitia grosvenorii, traditionally used in Chinese medicine

Sweeteners Natural sweeteners Research: Limited

Monk Fruit Extract

Concentrated extract of monk fruit standardized for mogroside content

Sweeteners Natural sweeteners Research: Moderate

Monk Fruit Concentrate

Highly concentrated form of monk fruit extract with maximum mogroside content

Sweeteners Natural sweeteners Research: Moderate

Monk Fruit Blends

Monk fruit extract combined with other natural sweeteners or carriers for improved functionality

Sweeteners Natural sweeteners Research: Moderate