Exotic fruits and their benefits
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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There are fruits that many have not even heard of and therefore do not know what health benefits they can be.
Passion fruit
In passion fruit is a lot of fiber, potassium, and also vitamins C and A. In addition, it contains very few calories - in one fruit there are only 16, so it does not hurt to enjoy passion fruit for those who watch the figure. Maracuyu must be cut in half and take the seeds. It is used in fruit salads, as well as in cooking fish and meat.
Carambola
This appetizing fruit has a citrus-apple flavor and is rich in vitamin C. 100 grams of carambola contains 40 calories. However, people who have kidney stones are not recommended to eat carambola because of the high content of oxalic acid in it. Carambola clean and remove the seed is not needed, it is used whole.
[Asai
Very interesting berries, because it looks like blueberry, and they taste chocolate. Acai berries are very useful for the body - they contain fatty acids and anthocyanins - natural antioxidants. You can eat berries both fresh and prepare healthy juices.
Mango
Mangoes are consumed in fresh, frozen and dried form. The mango fruits are sweet and rich in fiber, as well as vitamins A, C, B, E and D. From the mango, you need to remove the stone and clean it up a little.
Papaya
Papaya is especially useful to those who have digestive problems. It helps to digest proteins due to the content of the enzyme papain. It is a source of folic acid, vitamin C and potassium. Papaya cut into two halves and scrub the bones, and then cut into slices.
Guava
This green fruit is oval or round shaped to taste like pear and strawberry. In addition to the wonderful taste, guava is useful for health. It contains potassium, fiber, vitamins C and A, as well as phosphorus. From guava, beautiful desserts and jams are obtained.
Pythaghia or the dragon fruit
On 100 grams of fruit there are only 50 calories and a lot of fun. This fruit is very pleasant to taste and can quench your thirst to refresh on a hot day. In addition, Pitahaya is a storehouse of useful substances: vitamins B and C, iron, phosphorus and potassium. This fruit is recommended for people with stomach diseases, endocrine disorders and diabetes. Pitahaya must be peeled, and the seeds can be eaten safely, they are edible.