Monk Fruit Blend

Monk fruit extract is a natural sweetener derived from the monk fruit (luo han guo), a small, round fruit native to Southeast Asia. The extract is produced by crushing the fruit and steeping it in hot water, then filtering and purifying the liquid to obtain the sweet compounds, called mogrosides.

Manufacturers use monk fruit extract as a zero-calorie sweetener in a variety of food and beverage products, including baked goods, beverages, dairy products, and tabletop sweeteners. Its intense sweetness allows for small amounts to be used, often blended with other sweeteners to achieve a desired taste profile.

Monk fruit extract is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a sweetener. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated monk fruit extract and found it safe for consumption. Studies suggest that mogrosides may have antioxidant properties, but more research is needed to confirm these effects at typical dietary intakes.