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grosvenor momordica fruit（Luo Han Guo）, known in English as "monk fruit" or "Buddha's fruit," is a type of fruit that comes from the vine Siraitia grosvenorii, which is native to southern China and northern Thailand. The fruit has been used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and has gained popularity in recent years as a natural sweetener.

In TCM, Luo Han Guo is valued for its cooling properties and is believed to benefit the lungs and relieve coughs and sore throats. It is also said to moisten the intestines, making it useful for treating constipation. The sweet taste of monk fruit is attributed to its unique sweetening compounds known as mogrosides, which are hundreds of times sweeter than sugar but do not contribute to caloric intake.

Mogrosides are a group of triterpene glycosides that are responsible for the intense sweetness of Luo Han Guo. Unlike sugar, these compounds are not metabolized by the body in the same way and thus do not affect blood glucose levels, making them a popular alternative sweetener for people with diabetes or those watching their weight.

Monk fruit is commonly available in dried forms, including whole dried fruits, powders, and extracts. It is used in various products such as teas, beverages, and as a sugar substitute in cooking and baking. Its versatility and health benefits have made it a popular ingredient in the global market.

Drying Arhat peel

Vacuum dehydrated siraitia grosvenorii seeds

grosvenorii flower

Diced Siraitia grosvenorii