Multifaceted Magnesium

From eNewsletter 5/25/2026

DID YOU KNOW that monk fruit, which has a long history in traditional Chinese medicine, is more than just a natural zero-calorie sweetener?

A study in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture analyzed its chemical makeup and found a rich mix of plant compounds - including terpenoids, flavonoids, and certain amino acids known for their antioxidant properties, which help protect cells from damage.

Another study from Nutrients labeled monk fruit as a “functional food” for metabolic health, noting that it doesn’t trigger the same spikes in blood sugar as regular sugar and may keep post-meal glucose and insulin levels more stable.

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