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If you are looking for a healthy, safe natural alternative to sugar and sugar-related sweeteners, one option that hasn't gotten the attention it deserves is monk fruit. We are going to change that right now, so get ready for some significant sweetness, courtesy of the luo han guo (aka, monk fruit or Siraitia grosvenorii). Monk fruit 101 Luo han guo is a melon-like fruit that is indigenous to Thailand and parts of China. Buddhist monks reportedly first used the fruit in the 13th century...

⁠ 🌱 Monk Fruit: A Natural, Low-Glycemic Sweetener with Health Benefits!⁠ ⁠ ✅ Blood Sugar-Friendly: Monk fruit extract doesn’t spike blood sugar, making it a great option for diabetics or anyone looking to avoid sugar highs.⁠ ✅ Anti-inflammatory & Antioxidant: Contains mogrosides that help fight inflammation and protect against oxidative stress.⁠ ✅ Gut Health: Early research suggests monk fruit may support gut health with prebiotic benefits.⁠ ⁠ 📲Follow @mypeak_ for more science and wellness ti...

⁠ 🌱 Monk Fruit: A Natural, Low-Glycemic Sweetener with Health Benefits!⁠ ⁠ ✅ Blood Sugar-Friendly: Monk fruit extract doesn’t spike blood sugar, making it a great option for diabetics or anyone looking to avoid sugar highs.⁠ ✅ Anti-inflammatory & Antioxidant: Contains mogrosides that help fight inflammation and protect against oxidative stress.⁠ ✅ Gut Health: Early research suggests monk fruit may support gut health with prebiotic benefits.⁠ ⁠ 📲Follow @mypeak_ for more science and wellness…

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Monk fruit sweetener, a natural sugar substitute from China, is much sweeter than sugar and considered safe by the FDA. However, long-term studies on its effects, particularly in children and pregnant women, are lacking. Though it generally doesn't cause digestive issues, pairing it with erythritol may increase heart disease risk. Some experts warn that non-sugar sweeteners, including monk fruit, could raise the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular issues. For better health, holistic…

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