Z Natural Foods LUO HAN GUO EXTRACT 25% MOGROSIDE V

Z Natural Foods Luo Han Guo Extract 25% Mogroside V is standardized to contain at least 80% mogrosides (25% mogroside V). It is similar in sweetness to that of stevia extract 90%, but does not have any bitter after taste. It can be used in place of stevia extract 90% on a 1:1 basis by weight, however, luo han guo 25% Mogroside V is a very light and fluffy powder and only has about half the density so it should be used in the place of stevia on a 2:1 basis by volume (ie. use 1 teaspoon of Luo han guo 25% Mogroside V in place of 1/2 teaspoon of stevia extract 90%). One teaspoon of our luo han guo 25% Mogroside V extract is equal to about one cup of sugar. Luo Han Guo, also known as monk fruit, is a rare fruit that is gaining popularity as a sugar substitute. Monk fruit contains sweet substances called mogrosides. Mogrosides are naturally much sweeter than sugar, but are non caloric and do not affect blood sugar levels. This makes Luo Han Guo a great alternative for those looking for a healthy sugar substitute. Besides an incredibly sweet taste, the mogrosides are also responsible for the health benefits associated with this fruit. This luo han guo extract contains at least 25% Mogroside V making it approximately 80 times sweeter than sugar. Luo Han Guo is a cousin of the cucumber and a member of the gourd family. It's a round and smooth, dusty green-brown fruit that is covered with fine soft hairs and a hard, thin shell. The fruit is used only after it is dried. It can be processed into a powder that is naturally rich in mogrosides. Luo han guo is known to possibly have a positive effect on blood glucose and may help to ease damaged pancreatic cells. Long used to reduce coughs and fevers, additional health benefits of this unique fruit are constantly being found. Luo Han Guo extract is an incredibly exciting and totally unique new sweetener that provides benefits that no other sweeteners can. Unlike sugar, Equal, Sweet N Low and other common sweeteners, Luo Han Guo extract does not elevate insulin levels, raise cholesterol, or stimulate fat storage. Made from natural Lo Han fruit, Luo Han Guo extract has been clinically proven to speed up the fat burning process without stimulating insulin production. Luo Han Guo extract is completely natural and safe for diabetics, children, hypoglycemics and anyone who wants to improve their diet.