What Is Monk Fruit Sweetener?

Monk fruit sweetener is a calorie-free sugar alternative. It’s made from monk fruit,also called lo han guo, whichis native to southern China. People have used this fruit for centuries in traditional medicine for constipation, sore throat, and coughing.

Monk fruit is about the size of a lime and looks similar to a kiwi. This fruit is naturally very sweet. Sweeteners made from monk fruit are usually 100-250 times sweeter than sugar, so only a small amount is needed when used as a sugar alternative.