What is MONK FRUIT?

Monk fruit is considered a healing herb in Eastern medicine and has been used since its discovery to treat all kinds of ailments. Because the people who farm it live so long, it is also thought to be the secret to longevity. Unlike other fruits, monk fruit’s sweetness comes from antioxidants* called mogrosides.

What are the heath benefits of Monk Fruit?

Monk fruit is a better way to sweeten your life. By using monk fruit instead of sugar you can help protect yourself from diseases and health problems that are linked to sugar, such as:

Monk fruit extract is all-natural—so you avoid the drawbacks of artificial sweeteners. Monk fruit is one of the few low and no-calorie sweeteners that are permitted by the FDA for use in US food supply, it has been recognized as GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe)

Is Monkfruit Diabetic Friendly?

Yes. Monk fruit extract is rated a zero on the glycemic index and has zero calories and zero carbs so it won’t spike blood sugar diabetics can incorporate it into their diet more easily than sugar. Studies done with diabetic mice showed that monk fruit extract may even reduce blood sugar levels. The mice had lower oxidative stress and blood sugar levels and increased levels of good cholesterol.