Luo Han Guo is also known as the Monk fruit. In recent years, it has become more popular because of its property in treating heaty symptoms like sore throat and cough.
Luo Han Guo has the following properties:
清热润肺 – This means that it can reduce heatiness and moisturize the lungs. People who are having dry coughs will benefit the most from this property.
滑肠通便 – This means that it can moisturize the large intestines. Thus, it is very suitable for people with constipation.
Most suitable for:
Luo Han Guo is highly suitable for people who have sore/dry throat and/or constipation.
Other variations:
Luo Han Guo with American ginseng –
Nowadays it is very common to see some TCM shops selling Luo han Guo with American ginseng drink.
However, as the American ginseng (that is used in herbal drinks) is often not of superior grade, it is mainly used for cooling purposes.
Where to buy the drink:
If you are living in Singapore, you can find this drink commonly available in local TCM retail stores like Hock Hua Tonic, ZTP and many others.
If you are living overseas, especially in Western countries, you might find Luo Han Guo drinks available in canned form in some supermarkets.