WHAT IS MONK FRUIT AND WHY DO WE USE IT IN OUR RESTORE ELECTROLYTES?
We've added monk fruit to our flavoured Restore Electrolytes (Mixed Berry and Lemon & Lime). Here's everything you need to know about this remarkable fruit that's making our electrolytes taste even better while staying true to our commitment of real, natural ingredients that are always free from refined sugars, grains and seed-oils.
What’s so great about monk fruit?
The story of monk fruit (or lo han guo, if you're feeling fancy) begins in the misty mountains of Southeast Asia, where Buddhist monks first cultivated it centuries ago. While you’re unlikely to spot it in your local greengrocer's, this small green fruit has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries - and for good reason.
What sets it apart? Inside this unassuming fruit are natural compounds called mogrosides that provide an impressive natural sweetness. But unlike sugar, your body processes these compounds differently, giving you sweetness without the calories or blood sugar spikes.
Benefits of monk fruit
Balances blood sugar
Unlike regular sugar that sends your glucose levels on a rollercoaster ride, monk fruit keeps things steady. It's perfect if you're watching your blood sugar or following a low-carb lifestyle.
Waistline friendly
With zero refined sugars and high in fibre monk fruit lets you enjoy a touch of sweetness without compromising your health goals.
Gentle on your body
Unlike many modern sweeteners that can disrupt your digestion, monk fruit is known for being remarkably gentle on the system. No known side effects - just pure, natural sweetness.
Anti-inflammatory properties
Those mogrosides we mentioned earlier? They're not just about sweetness. Monk fruit has long been used in hot drinks to soothe sore throats and support overall wellness.
Why we chose monk fruit for Restore
Now, if you've been with us for a while, you might know we're big fans of glycine (you'll still find it in many of our products). But when it came to our flavoured Restore Electrolytes, we needed something different. You see, Restore is naturally salty - it's packed with essential minerals, after all. We wanted to balance that saltiness perfectly without compromising on our commitment to real ingredients free from refined sugar.
Enter Monk Fruit. It adds just the right touch of sweetness while keeping everything we love about Restore with minimal impact on blood glucose or insulin levels, and absolutely no artificial sweeteners or added sugars like Glucose (which dominates most electrolyte brands' ingredients lists).
Whether you're following a keto or low-carb lifestyle, or simply trying to eat real food, our new Restore formula ticks all the boxes. It's the same mineral-rich electrolyte powder you trust, now with a perfectly balanced flavour profile that makes staying hydrated a pleasure.
Give it a try - we think you'll taste the difference. And as always, we'd love to hear what you think.
