Star fruit - golden medicine for health
Star fruit has abundant nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin B1, B2, B3, B6, protein, glucid, lipid, fiber, energy... extremely good for health.
Modern science has determined that in the composition of star fruit, there are substances in g%: water 92, protein 0.6, glucid 3.1; cellulose 2.6; and in mg%: calcium 10; phosphorus 8; iron 0.9; carotene 160; vitamin B1 0.05; vitamin C 30.
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Star fruit - golden medicine for health. |
Star fruit is a familiar fruit often eaten with green bananas and herbs in rustic boiled meat dishes. Depending on the variety, star fruit has a sour or sweet taste and is used to eat raw, make jam, make smoothies, sauces or for decoration.
With abundant nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin B1, B2, B3, B6, protein, glucid, lipid, fiber, energy (33kcal/100g), iron, zinc..., star fruit brings many health benefits.
Soluble fiber in star fruit also has the ability to stimulate intestinal motility, aid digestion, reduce blood sugar levels and prevent cardiovascular disease.
Not only that, the beta carotene in star fruit also converts into vitamin A to help improve eyesight.
Star fruit contains an antibacterial agent that can "fight" bacteria such as microbial bacillus cereus, e.coli, salmonella typhus...
Each average star fruit contains only about 30 calories but contains a lot of fiber, vitamin C, antioxidants and flavonoids, so star fruit is the ideal fruit for those who want to lose weight while still ensuring nutrients, having beautiful, smooth, youthful skin, avoiding constipation.
Star fruit also contains vitamins A and B5, which help the metabolism run more smoothly. In addition, star fruit is also a source of vitamin B9 (folic acid), which helps reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, and lowers cholesterol levels.
Star fruit is also recommended for breastfeeding mothers because it helps stimulate more milk production.
In addition, star fruit also has anti-inflammatory properties and strengthens the body's immune system against diseases thanks to its abundant vitamin C content. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that helps prevent and treat colds, while also helping the body synthesize collagen to make facial skin smooth and vibrant.
According to VnExpress