THE DRAGON FRUIT
The name dragon will make you imagine of a brightly colored, fire-breathing scaly creature, and for the Dragon fruit, the description kind of fits — minus the fire-breathing part, but the it looks like a breath of fire. According to ancient Chinese legend, dragon fruit was formed out of fire breathed by a dragon in a battle.
This tropical Dragon fruit is growing in popularity. It has a refreshing, remarkably subtle, refined taste, and mild sweetness.
The Dragon fruit comes in different colors and varieties, But whatever the color, dragon fruit can provide some incredible healing and nutritional benefits:
It Contains Prebiotics, Which Are Good for Your Gut Health. Prebiotics play the role of fertilizer for the good bacteria in your digestive system.
It is Good for Your Digestion. Fiber is essential for digestive health. And dragon fruit is packed with high-quality fiber.
It Boosts Your Immune System. Dragon fruit pulp is rich in antioxidants, like vitamin C, which is great for your immune system. Antioxidants help your body stave off cell damage and degenerative diseases.
It Helps Prevent and Fight Cancer. Dragon fruit contains antioxidants called hydroxycinnamates, which can help prevent cancer. It also contains lycopene, a powerful compound also found in tomatoes, which has been shown to be beneficial in protecting against chemical and natural toxins.
It Helps Stabilize Your Blood Sugar. Not only is the fiber in dragon fruit great for your digestive health, but it also maintains blood sugar balance.
It is Heart Healthy. Dragon fruit is a good source of flavonoids, which are antioxidant pigments that have a positive impact on heart health. And dragon fruit with red pulp is particularly high in betalains, which provide its color and can reduce LDL (“bad”) cholesterol levels.
It is Healthy for Your Skin. The vitamin C in pitaya does more than boost your immunity. It also boosts collagen production, which can help keep your skin looking healthy and young.
It Can Boost Your Iron Levels. Six ounces of chopped dragon fruit provide 1.26 mg of iron. Iron is important for transporting oxygen throughout your body and to your organs. It’s also necessary for metabolism, growth, and development, among many other intricate processes in the body.
It Can Help Support Healthy Bones. Dragon fruit contains magnesium, an essential mineral for maintaining a strong skeletal system.
THE ALOE VERA
Aloe Vera juice has traditionally been a part of many Ayurvedic medicines. It provides complete nourishment to the body. The juice comes loaded with a bevy of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Daily consumption of Aloe Vera juice is believed to fight and cure a range of digestive disorders including poor digestion.
HOW TO PREPARE ALOE VERA FOR EATING AND JUICING
