MONK FRUIT

 

Description : 

     Monk fruit is a small round fruit that is native to southern China. Although Chinese medicine practitioners have used it for hundreds of years, manufacturers have recently paid more attention to its potential as a sweetener. These companies use dried fruits to produce calorie-free and carbohydrate-free sweeteners. It is about 250 times sweeter than sugar, but it does not affect blood sugar levels. Momordica grosvenori is rich in compounds called mogrosides, which give this fruit a very high sweetness. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recognizes that Luo Han Guo is safe for all consumers. , Including pregnant women and children, and allow its use in food and beverages. 

 

Benefits : 

Safe For Diabetes :

     Monk fruit gets its sweetness from a natural compound called mogroside. It is generally safe for diabetics because it does not increase blood sugar levels. Nevertheless, foods and beverages sweetened with Luo Han Guo (and some Luo Han Guo sweetener blends) may contain added sugars and other ingredients that can increase carbohydrate and calorie counts or affect insulin sensitivity. Don't assume that all Monk fruit products are free of carbohydrates and sugars.


Promote Weight Loss :

     Monk fruit contains no calories, carbohydrates or fat, so it is a good choice for anyone who cares about waist circumference. You can save a lot of calories and carbohydrates by simply substituting monk fruit sweeteners for sugar throughout the day. Also, be sure to consume monk fruit products that do not contain added sugar. And save monk fruit snacks on special occasions, because many fruits still contain ingredients such as chocolate or butter that destroy the diet.

 

Anti-Inflammatory Properties :
     Mogroside in Monk fruit has antioxidant properties, which can protect cells from free radical damage. Injury is the main source of inflammation, which means that monk fruit also has anti-inflammatory properties. Although inflammation is the body's natural way of healing, chronic inflammation is related to many health problems. These include heart disease, cancer, arthritis, diabetes, and digestive diseases such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.

Fighting Infections :

     Antibiotic resistance is an increasingly important issue. If the infection is caused by a microorganism that is resistant to standard antibiotics, it can be difficult for doctors to treat. Antibiotic abuse contributes to the development of this infection. Studies have shown that monks may have antibiotic properties and that monks can fight candida. This yeast can cause painful candidiasis and affect other parts of the body, such as the digestive system.