1:1 sugar replacement. Over a Thousand Years Ago: In the remote mountain highlands of Asia, a group of Buddhist monks called the Luohan achieved enlightenment and ascension through meditation and pure living. The monks discovered a rare superfood prized for its sweetness and its ability to raise chi, or life energy. This sacred fruit was named monk fruit and was used for centuries to increase chi and well-being earning it the nickname the "Immortals' Fruit." We still harvest monk fruit for Lakanto in the same pristine area according to traditional and environmental methods. Discover your Chi. Lakanto’s mission is to bring chi to life by inspiring people to reach their highest potential in health and wellness and by creating products that are innovative, delicious, natural, nutritious, sugar-free, and healthy. The Perfect Sugar Replacement. 1 Cup Lakanto Sweetener = 1 Cup Sugar.