The 12 Unbelievable Benefits Of Dragon Fruit You Never Knew
12 HEALTH BENEFITS OF DRAGON FRUIT
1. Anti-aging
It is very rich in antioxidants that work against the free radicals in the body. These antioxidants are responsible for the aging of the skin. The more antioxidants you will eat from this exotic fruit, the tighter and younger your skin will become.
It is very rich in antioxidants that work against the free radicals in the body. These antioxidants are responsible for the aging of the skin. The more antioxidants you will eat from this exotic fruit, the tighter and younger your skin will become.
2. Immunity boosting
Dragon fruit has a lot of minerals and vitamins such as: Vitamins C, B1, B2 & B3, calcium, phosphorus, iron, protein, niacin & fiber. With the combination of these minerals and vitamins, your body will be able to fight any infections and/or illnesses. Additionally, this fruit is comprised of 80% water.
Dragon fruit has a lot of minerals and vitamins such as: Vitamins C, B1, B2 & B3, calcium, phosphorus, iron, protein, niacin & fiber. With the combination of these minerals and vitamins, your body will be able to fight any infections and/or illnesses. Additionally, this fruit is comprised of 80% water.
3. Treats Type 2 diabetes
It helps to lower blood glucose levels in type 2 diabetes. According to some studies, the glucose found in Dragon fruit helps in controlling the blood sugar level of diabetes patients. (How To Reverse Type 2 Diabetes)
It helps to lower blood glucose levels in type 2 diabetes. According to some studies, the glucose found in Dragon fruit helps in controlling the blood sugar level of diabetes patients. (How To Reverse Type 2 Diabetes)
4. Nervous system
The very high amount of vitamin B in this fruit helps to support the maintenance and formation of some basic structures in the nervous system. It makes us more alert, we have higher experience levels of mental clarity, and helps in the formation of our nerve cells.
5. Cholesterol level
Dragon fruit helps to control cholesterol levels. In addition, it is very rich in flavonoids that are also known to have suitable effects against heat-related illnesses. (26 Proven Foods That Lower LDL Cholesterol Levels Naturally)
Dragon fruit helps to control cholesterol levels. In addition, it is very rich in flavonoids that are also known to have suitable effects against heat-related illnesses. (26 Proven Foods That Lower LDL Cholesterol Levels Naturally)
6. Prevents arthritis
Dragon fruit helps to reduce the irritation of the joints, and it is called an anti-inflammatory fruit. The arthritis symptoms are alleviated once the swelling of the joints is reduced.
7. Prevents asthma
This fruit is rich in vitamin C that strengthens our immune system and helps fight against respiratory disorders, and asthma.
8. Cancer
Dragon fruit is loaded with healthy antioxidants like phytoalbumins (located mainly within the seeds) that help in the prevention of free radicals that are cancer-causing. They also contain high levels of vitamin C, which helps to block tumor cell growth, and will improve the quality of life of people currently suffering from dangerous cancer. Dragon fruit can also help rid the body of toxic heavy metals, which are a major cause of the formation of tumors in the body. (What are Side Effects of Chemotherapy? Side Effects of Chemotherapy)
9. Treat acne
Because dragon fruit is rich in vitamin C, it is really useful for treating acne. By taking a quarter of dragon fruit, you can make a smooth paste out of it. Apply it to the affected area. When it gets dry, wash it off with lukewarm. If you apply this treatment regularly twice per day you will get the best results.
10. Healthy teeth
If you have a toothache, it is recommended to consume dragon fruit regularly. There are numerous health benefits for your teeth because the fruit is rich in phosphorus and calcium.
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12. Antibacterial and anti-fungal
Anti-fungal and antibacterial qualities are the final boosts to our immune system from dragon fruit. This will help increase the white blood cell count in the body which defends against toxins. Additionally, it inhibits the entrance or growth of fungal or bacterial infections in the organ systems.
12. Maintain eye health
Beta-carotene is one of the compounds in dragon fruit, which makes the dragon fruit beneficial for eye health. If you do not like eating dragon fruit directly, you can mix it with carrots.
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