Can someone explain what is monk fruit and how it compares to sugar?

[Mack]

I am looking into alternative sweeteners to help reduce my daily calorie intake and manage my blood sugar levels better. I keep seeing this specific natural extract listed on the ingredients of various health foods and keto snacks. Exactly what is monk fruit, and does it leave a bitter aftertaste like stevia or artificial sweeteners often do when used in hot coffee?

 

[peterkavinsky]

Monk Fruit is a small fruit used as a natural sweetener. It is much sweeter than regular sugar but contains little to no calories, making it popular for low-sugar and diabetic-friendly diets.