Chikoo

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                               CHIKOO


Introduction
A delicious tropical fruit. Chikoo is also known as Sapodilla or Sapota. The fruit is armed with a plethora of nutritional benefits. Chikoo is loaded with various nutrients.such as vitamin A and C.and has antibacterial  and anti-inflammatory and anti-viral property. Apart from being a good source of dietary fiber. Chikoo also contain other essential nutrients like pottassium, sodium,copper, iron and magnesium

Besides the pulp of the fruit other parts such as its skin  and leaves are also useful  for treating cold and cough.Take note that the fruit is high in caloric content. Aiming for weight loss should avoid it  or eat it in moderation.

How to enjoy Chikoo
Chikoo can be consumed raw by scooping out the flesh  or by making jam or sherbet out of it. It may be added to the pan cake  and cakes. Chikoo can also be enjoyed in the form of custard,juice,ice-creams or milk shakes.

It is recommended that  for a healthy balanced diet   one should eat at least  5-8 servings of seasonal fruits and vegetables in a day. And Chikoo is good option to  add to your diet.

Relief from constipation
A The fruit is the rich source of dietary fiber which makes it an  excellent bulk laxative. The fiber content provides relief from constipation. It helps to protect mucous membrane of the colon and makes it resistant to infections.

Anti inflammatory agent
A high content of Tannin's (polyphrenolic compounds) makes chikoo an important anti-inflammatory agent. It helps in improving the condition of the digestive tract through prevention of conditions like esophagitis, enteritis, irritable bowel syndrome and gastritis.It also reduces inflammation by reducing swelling and pain.

Beneficial for skin and hair
A Chikoo helps  skin, keeps the scalp nourished  and healthy and also helps in growing hair. It is also effective in treating hair fall due to swelling in the scalp. Also antioxidant are found in good quantity in chikoo. Therefore, it is helpful in preventing ageing process as it eliminates free radicals and also reduces wrinkles.

Controls blood pressure
A magnesium in Chikoo keeps the blood vessels  up and running and the potassium regulates blood pressure and circulation.

Cancer benefits
A Chikoo contains a high dose of anti-oxidant and has been found to be effective in lowering the risk of different types of cancers. Its content of vitamin A  and B helps in maintaining the health of mucus lining of the body and the skin texture. Vitamin  A also provides  protection from lungs and oral cavity cancer.

Healthy bones
Being rich in calcium, iron and phosphorus chikoo greatly helps in enhancing  and strengthening the bones.

Anti viral properties
A Due to the presence of polyphenolic  anti-oxidant, it is found to have several antiviral, anti parasitic and anti bacterial properties. Vitamin C in the fruit also destroys harmful free radicals in the body.

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