Dragon Fruit

Dragon fruit is a cactus fruit that originated in Mexico and then spread to many countries with hot, tropical climates. In Vietnam, dragon fruit is suitable for the climate and soil of the Mekong Delta, Binh Thuan, Ninh Thuan, so it has a unique flavor.

According to a study by Life Hack newspaper, on average, a dragon fruit contains about 60 calories, 60 mg of sodium, 8 g of sugar, 2 g of unsaturated fat and 2 g of protein. In addition, dragon fruit contains vitamins C, B1, B2 and B3, and essential minerals including phosphorus, iron and calcium… therefore, dragon fruit has the effect of supporting the treatment of many diseases such as:

+ Support digestion: Eating dragon fruit can also help clean the digestive system. Dragon fruit has a very high fiber content, which can improve poor digestion and reduce constipation.
+ Prevent diabetes: The abundant amount of fiber in dragon fruit can control blood sugar levels and prevent the risk of diabetes. They are also effective for people with this disease.
+ Reduce arthritis: Arthritis is a disease that directly affects the joints and causes irritation to the joints, even paralysis. Adding dragon fruit to your daily diet can help fight inflammation and reduce arthritis.
+ Reduce signs of aging: The antioxidants in dragon fruit help reduce the effects of free radicals that damage cells in the body. This gives you smooth, youthful skin. You can use a dragon fruit mask combined with honey to prevent skin aging.