THE AFRICAN STAR APPLE-THE FRUIT YOU CAN'T RESIST
INTRODUCTION
The African Star Apple (Udara) is a seasonal fruit widely cultivated and eaten in West African countries especially Nigeria. It is greenish in colour when unripe but has a bright irresistible yellow colour when ripe.
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WHICH UDARA FRUIT SHOULD YOU EAT
While choosing Udara, it is best to choose the ones which are completely yellow as the ones with traces of green are not fully ripe and might have a sour taste. This is not good for you at all.
WHY YOU SHOULD EAT UDARA
Apart from the fact that it has an irresistible sweet taste, Udara also has other nutritional benefits which you can confirm from your doctor or dietician. These includes:
Antioxidant Function
Antioxidants are chemical substances which help to fight free radicals (harmful chemicals produced from chemical reactions in the body). Free radicals are harmful if not gotten rid of. Udara contains a high amount of antioxidants which do this job perfectly well.
Contains Vitamin C
Udara does contain lots and lots of vitamin C. Vitamin C has many functions in the body which includes healing of wounds. It also prevents a disease known as scurvy.
Low Caloric Value
Udara has a very low caloric value. It is a fruit of choice for people seeking to lose weight.
Boosts Immune System
Studies show that there are certain evidence that consuming a high quantity of Udara fruit might boost our immune system as it has been found to contain some substances necessary for the optimum functioning of our immune system.
Good for your eyesight
Udara has been found to contain yeast in very small quantities. However this is enough to have a beneficial effect on your eyesight.
CONCLUSION
Udara is one fruits which has only advantages but no disadvantages. When next you visit Nigeria, why not ask for Udara?