Monk fruit (Luo Han Guo) is a small fruit from Southeast Asia. Its sweetness comes from mogrosides, compounds that are calorie-free and don't affect blood sugar. Unlike some sweeteners, it contains no erythritol or sugar alcohols, making it a good choice for people who get digestive upset from those ingredients.
The extract sweetens drinks, baked goods, and cooking without adding calories. It is much sweeter than sugar, so just a tiny amount does the trick. People often use it to help keep blood sugar steady or to cut calorie intake.
It comes in liquid drops, powder, and granulated forms. Stir it into coffee, tea, smoothies, or recipes any time of day. Most people digest it without issue.
Check labels: some monk fruit blends include erythritol or stevia if you need to avoid those sweeteners. Start with a very small amount to see how your body handles it and how you like the taste.