8 Surprising Health Benefits of Custard Apple

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Custard apple is the favourite fruit of many. This creamy white textured fruit is loaded with rich antioxidants and vitamin C that help you to get rid of free radicals. And it is also the rich source potassium, niacin, vitamin A, fiber, magnesium and calcium that helps in preventing various health ailments like diabetes, asthma and high blood pressure. In this article, we have shared some health benefits of custard apple that you should know.

1. Prevents heart attack

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There are several unhealthy habits that make your heart weak. So, it becomes more important to take care of your heart. Custard apple is a fruit can help in maintaining your heart’s health as it contains magnesium that defends your heart against the cardiac attack and also calms your muscles.

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2. Helps in digestion

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This fruit is very effective for treating digestion related problems as it flushes out all the toxins from your body and aids in the proper functioning of the bowels. It also helps in treating problems like acidity, heartburn, ulcers etc. Custard apple contains 6 grams of dietary fiber that help in relieving constipation.

Also read: 8 Ways to Get Enough Calcium Without Drinking Milk

3. Controls blood pressure

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It also helps in regulating the blood sugar levels  as it contains a balanced ratio of potassium and sodium. It also controls the blood pressure fluctuations in the body.

4. Maintains immune system

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This fruit is known for its anti-inflammatory and immune maintaining properties. And it is also an excellent source of vitamin C and natural antioxidants. So, try to include this creamy fruit in your diet to protect yourself against infections.

Also read: 8 Foods to Boost Your Immunity This Winter!

5. Prevents asthma

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Custard apple is loaded with vitamin B6 that helps in reducing bronchial inflammation Thus, preventing asthma attacks.

6. Helps in reducing cholesterol

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The fiber and niacin content present in the fruit helps in lowering the bad cholesterol in the body. It stops free radicals from attacking the lipid.

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7. Treats Anaemia

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Custard apple contains copper, iron and calories which is good for the people suffering from anaemia. As we all know that iron and copper are the important elements of haemoglobin so this advised to the pregnant women to have more of this fruit.

8. Helps in weight gain

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Custard apple is a fruit which is considered as a great source of energy. This fruit helps in preventing muscle weakness and combats exhaustion. And if you want to put on weight  then this is the fruit that you should include in your diet as it stimulates your appetite.

So, these were the few health benefits of custard apple.

 

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