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Definition
Monk fruit; a sweet fruit native to southern China and northern Thailand, often used in herbal tea and medicine.
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How it's used
Monk fruit is almost exclusively associated with traditional health remedies rather than being eaten as a fresh fruit. It is commonly paired with other ingredients like 乾雪梨 or 蜜棗 to balance the flavor and enhance its soothing properties. The dried version is the standard form found in local herbal shops and supermarkets.
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My throat is very dry, let's brew some monk fruit tea to drink.
Do you know if monk fruit can really stop a cough?
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