An Ingredient Not In Regular Yogurt
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What it is
A sweetener made from the fruit of the monk fruit (luo han guo), a small, round gourd native to Southeast Asia. The sweet compounds, called mogrosides, are extracted and purified.
Why it's used
It is used as a zero-calorie sweetener in beverages, dairy products, baked goods, and tabletop sweeteners. It can help reduce sugar and calorie content in foods.
Health notes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has designated monk fruit extract as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). International bodies like JECFA have also evaluated it. At typical consumption levels, it is considered safe.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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2.9Protein
0Fat
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