The amazing healing effects of star apple

Star apple is a very familiar tree to everyone, it not only gives delicious fruit but also has many effects in effectively curing a number of diseases.

Star apple, depending on the variety, will have purple, thick skin, sweeter than the thin green skin. Star apple skin contains a lot of latex, inedible. Star apple has a flavor between lychee and persimmon, in addition to providing about 67.2 Kcal/100 gr, it also has many vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and C, especially glucid, calcium, iron, fiber, protein and lipid (malic acid oil), can be used fresh or as an ingredient in many cocktails.

Star apple is a delicious fruit, loved by many people.

Folk remedies

Although there is no specific research on its uses, star apple is a folk remedy in some countries. The seeds of this fruit are useful for reducing fever and treating diarrhea. Some people also use the leaves to relieve laryngitis or pneumonia.

Treat diabetes and relieve joint pain

According to Fruitinfo, drinking the juice from star apple leaves is a folk remedy that can help treat diabetes and soothe joint pain caused by rheumatism and mild diarrhea (in severe cases, guava leaves can be added); or used as a mouthwash to treat swollen gums, stomatitis, sore throat... by heating about 1 cup of finely chopped fresh leaves with 2 cups of water for 10 minutes, then using this water to rinse your mouth.

Reduce cough, stomach ache

The bark of the star apple tree is thick, rough, dark in color with long stripes, and is said to be able to be used to make a drink to help reduce coughs, stomach aches and restore health very effectively. It is recommended that when using these remedies, you should consult a specialist.

Effective treatment of diarrhea with star apple leaves

The star apple tree has very high medicinal value as the fruit, bark, stem, seeds, leaves... all contain many medicinal properties. Many countries have experience using star apple leaves as a very good medicine to treat diarrhea.

How to prepare: wash, finely chop 1 cup of star apple leaves, put in a pot with 2 cups of clean water and boil for 15 minutes. Use this water to treat diarrhea 3 times a day, 1 cup each time for adults; 1/4 cup each time for children 2-6 years old; 1/2 cup each time for children 7-12 years old.

In case of more severe diarrhea, guava leaves can be added to the cooking.

Prepare as follows: use 1 cup of star apple leaves cooked with 1 cup of guava leaves (all chopped), add 3 cups of water, cook for as long as possible, at least about 30 minutes, then drink with the same dose as above.

Treats swollen gums, mouth and throat inflammation

Star apple leaves are also used to treat swollen gums, mouth and throat inflammation.

Prepare as follows: Heat about 1 cup of finely chopped fresh leaves with 2 cups of water for 10 minutes, then use this water to rinse your mouth.

Rich in minerals

According to Livestrong, the amount of calcium in star apple can meet 10% of the average daily calcium requirement of a person. It not only helps strengthen bones and teeth but also reduces the signs of premenstrual syndrome such as cramps, abdominal pain, bloating.

Star apple is also very good for pregnant women and helps the fetus develop healthily thanks to its rich calcium, vitamin C, A, phosphorus, iron and magnesium. Potassium is an important component that prevents the negative effects of sodium on the body, thereby helping to control heart rate and blood pressure.

Provide carbohydrates for the body

Energy needs from carbohydrates should account for 60% of total energy. If this component is lacking, it will hinder the activity of nerve cells. Therefore, supplementing carbohydrates from food and fruits is necessary for the good of the body and the contraction and activity of intestinal peristalsis.

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