Monk Fruit (Luo Han Guo) Extract - 25% Mogroside V

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Monk Fruit (Luo Han Guo) Extract - 25% Mogroside V

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Monk Fruit (Luo Han Guo) is a small round melon native to southern Asia.

The fruit has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine, dating back to the 13th century when it was first described in herbal texts.

The extract is made by grinding the dried fruit into a powder and then extracting its redeeming qualities with hot water or alcohol.

The extract is rich in polysaccharides, flavonoids, and mogrosides, which are believed to be responsible for the sweet flavor of the extract.

In recent years, the extract has become increasingly popular as a natural sweetener due to its low-calorie content.

Suggested Use: Mix 1/16 teaspoon with recipes, tea, yogurt, or add to your favorite smoothie. One teaspoon of our Monk Fruit 25% Mogroside V extract equals about one cup of sugar.

Botanical Name: Siraitia grosvenorii (formerly called Momordica grosvenori).
Other Names: Lohanguo, Luohanguo, Lo Han Guo, lo han Kuo, Luo Han Guo, lor hon kor, ge si Wei Ruo Guo, ra kan ka, monk fruit, arhat fruit, momordica fruit, Momordicae grosvenori Fructus, longevity fruit, magic fruit.

Parts Used: Whole, Luo Han (No Seed).

Ingredients: Luo Han Guo Extract.

Origin: Grown in China and Packaged with care in Florida, USA.

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