Results for tag: "Mogroside"

Mogroside is a type of sugar and sweetener derived from the fruit of the Siraitia grosvenorii plant, commonly known as luo han guo. It is a natural sweetener that is up to 400 times sweeter than sugar, and is used as a sugar substitute in many food and beverage products. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine as a remedy for sore throats and coughs. Mogroside is gaining popularity as a sugar substitute due to its low calorie content and its ability to provide sweetness without the associated health risks of sugar. It is also used as a flavor enhancer in many food and beverage products, and is increasingly being used in the production of low-calorie and sugar-free products. Companies in the Mogroside market include Sweet Green Fields, Tate & Lyle, Cargill, and Ingredion. Show Less Read more