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
Available Forms:
Monk Fruit Extract
Concentrated extract of monk fruit standardized for mogroside content
Sweeteners
Natural sweeteners
Research: Moderate
Available Forms:
Monk Fruit Concentrate
Highly concentrated form of monk fruit extract with maximum mogroside content
Sweeteners
Natural sweeteners
Research: Moderate
Available Forms:
Monk Fruit Blends
Monk fruit extract combined with other natural sweeteners or carriers for improved functionality
Sweeteners
Natural sweeteners
Research: Moderate
Available Forms: