If someone asks you ‘which is the most beautiful fruit?’, Dragon fruit automatically comes to the mind. The fruit has a vibrant pink colour and at the same time, it constitutes of several health benefits. Belonging to the cactus family, it gets its generic name drawing from what the locals refer to it throughout Southeast Asia -dragon scales, dragon crystal, dragon pearl fruit, or green dragon.
Also known as pitaya or the strawberry pear, it is a beautiful tropical fruit that is sweet and crunchy. The fruit comes in four varieties, three are pink-skinned, one with white flesh, one with red flesh, and the third with purple flesh. The fourth variety has yellow skin with white flesh. All have tiny black seeds that are edible, just like kiwifruit.
Dragon fruit has a sweet, delicate taste that could simply be qualified as “tropical.” It is described as a cross between kiwi and pear, or kiwi and watermelon. The texture is somewhat creamy with little seeds, similar to that of kiwifruit.
Here’s why you must include Dragon Fruit in your fruit bowl:
Helps fight chronic disease:
Since dragon fruit is a good source of vitamin C, it helps in strengthening immunity, aiding the absorption of iron by the body, producing collagen which makes our teeth healthier, and promoting a healthy and glowing skin. Vitamin C also helps boost your immunity.
High in Fiber:
The pink fruit has a high fiber content, which can assist with poor digestion and constipation. Eating the flesh and seeds, which contain good protein, will keep your body fortified and satisfied.
Keeps your heart healthy:
This fruit has an amazing superpower that helps decrease bad cholesterol levels and replenish good levels. Dragon fruit is an excellent source of monounsaturated fats, helping the heart stay in great condition.
Reduces signs of aging:
Eating a dragon fruit with its rich antioxidants can keep the skin tight and young. You can even make a face mask using the fruit combined with honey as a natural alternative to anti-aging masks.
