FRUITY TUESDAY – SWEET SOP

oday is Fruity Tuesday and we’re highlighting Sweetsop AKA Sugar Apple. The Sugar Apple is typically eaten fresh, served raw and chilled, as a dessert, or used to make ice cream or shakes.🍦
Did you know that the leaves and leaf extracts, can be used for medicinal purposes to benefit digestive problems and rheumatic pain?🍃🍃
What are some other uses of sweetsop?
May be an image of smoothie, durian and text that says 'SWEETSOP (ANNONA SQUAMOSA) also called sugar apple or pinha, of the custard family Annonaceae. Native to the West Indies and tropical America.Health Benefits: a super fruit none for its richness in Antioxidants and Dietary fiber which aids in digestion. A number of Vitamins and minerals which improves vision, treats respiratory problems, boost immunity, anti-cancer properties, replenishes energy levels, dermatological benefits, hemoglobin deficiency- anemia, regulates blood sugar levels and blood pressure and lowers the risk of heart disease (lowers bad cholesterol). Nutrients: -Vitamin B and Dietary Fiber Antioxidants Zinc -Magnesium -Potassium -Thiamin Iron'