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African Cherry & Its Benefits

By allure1
January 22, 2018
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By Teri Mendes

African cherry – the fruit popularly known as agbalumo among the Yoruba and udara to the Igbo – Is BACK! Botanically called Chrysophyllum albidum, African cherry or white star apple, belongs to the Sapotaceae family. Found throughout tropical Africa, the fruit has many health benefits. Thanks to yours truly I have them here for you.

Agbalumo

Agbalumo

1.    Source Of Vitamins
According to research, the fleshy pulp of the African cherry that is especially eaten as snack has been found to have higher contents of ascorbic acid than oranges and guava. The fruit itself is reported to be an excellent source of vitamins, irons and flavours. Hence, the fruit adds to our balanced diet.

2.    Reduces Menstrual Cramps
African cherry also serves as a good source of calcium that offers strength to the human body. The calcium embedded in the fruit can lessen symptoms of premenstrual syndrome, such as cramping and abdominal bloating.

3.    Acts as anti-bacterial
According to recent studies by researchers at the Forest Research Institute, Ibadan, Oyo State, star apple leaves exhibit strong antibacterial activity against common bacteria isolates. Furthermore, the result from the study suggests that “water and methanolic extracts from the leaves of Chrysophyllum albidum (African Cherry) contain active agent(s) that fight off bacteria in the body”.

4.    Helps you lose weight
Studies have shown, eating a serving of star apple contributes 3g of fibre to the recommended daily intake of 25 to 38g. These fibres provide bulk to your diet, a factor that can make your stomach feel fuller for longer. This can keep you from eating too much, and it may help you lose weight. It has also been noted, that this nutrient can help protect you from diabetes and some forms of cancer.

5.    Treats diseases
According to research studies done at the Department of Biological Sciences, College of Science and Technology, Covenant University, Ogun State, Nigeria the African cherry can be used in treating various diseases. “The bark is used for the treatment of yellow fever and malaria, while the leaf is used as an emollient and for the treatment of skin eruption, stomach ache and diarrhoea. The cotyledons from the seeds of Chrysophyllum albidum are also used as ointments in the treatment of vaginal and dermatological infections in Western Nigeria”.

6.    Remedy for sore throat
Udara a.k.a African Cherry can also serve as a home remedy for treating sore throat, tooth issues such as scurvy etc and constipation. Because of its high nutrients in vitamins and anti-bacteria properties, it provides soothing relieve to affected areas in an individuals.

7.    Prevents vomiting and spitting in pregnant women
African cherry has a sour-like taste that holds the mouth, hits the palate and stops one from throwing up or spitting. It has been argued as some of the reasons many pregnant women crave it.

Due to the fact that it contains more vitamin C than many other fruits; it is rich in calcium, iron potassium, phosphorous, magnesium, tannins, flavonoids, terpenoids, and phytochemicals, It can act as an antioxidant and that helps to fight many deadly diseases. It can also help lower blood sugar and treats heart disease.

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