Recently, the website TasteAtlas created a research to choose the best fruit in the world. The portal, which is one of the most important gastronomic guides on the planet, has several rankings related to food.
To the surprise of many people, the fruit considered the tastiest in the world was not the mango, banana, apple or other famous food in Brazil. The title went to the “unknown” mangostin, or mangosteen.
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This fruit, considered by many experts to be a berry, resembles a pomegranate and originates from Indonesia. The title of berry is attributed to the mangostin because it has a hard shell that hides soft white segments inside.
According to those who consume mangosteen, the fruit has a unique mix of softness, a balanced sweet flavor and a slight acidity.
To complete your combo of gastronomic benefits, this peculiar Indonesian fruit can be consumed raw and also used in juices, vitamins and smoothies.
But, what are the health benefits of mangosteen?
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Experts from CEASA in Espírito Santo provided information that points out the many benefits of mangosteen, which, unfortunately, is rare in Brazil.
Among the advantages of consuming this fruit are the fight against diabetes, aid in the weight loss process and even combat some types of cancer.
Like mangosteen, it is an ally for those who want to prevent skin aging, bad cholesterol and even cardiovascular problems.
In particular, both cancer and aging, cholesterol and heart problems are factors in preponderant risk are the so-called free radicals, which are particles generated by the oxidation of tissues and blood.
To combat these ailments, mangosteen contains considerable amounts of various types of antioxidants. potent natural ingredients, which help prevent oxidative stress and the consequent appearance of radicals free.
In addition to antioxidants, this Asian fruit is full of:
Vegetable proteins;
Essential vitamins such as C, B6 and B12.
Indispensable minerals such as iron, manganese, potassium and magnesium,
Among others.
It is also worth highlighting that mangosteen is low in calories, having only 63 kcal in every 100 g of material. This is why the fruit is recommended for those who want to lose weight without “going hungry”.
Despite being rare in Brazil, mangosteen has been sold and cultivated on Brazilian lands since 1935, according to the Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (Embrapa).
However, the fruit only develops in soil and climate conditions similar to those seen in Indonesian forests, where it occurs naturally. The ideal is a humid and warm environment.
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