Pitahaya/Dragon fruit
The general view about pitahaya.
Widely known as dragon fruit, pitahaya is a fruit growing from a cactus. It is ovoid, rounded and elongated with the yellow and red outside, while its flesh can be red or white with small black seeds. Originally coming from Mexico, Central- and South America, this kind of fruit can be also grown in some countries in eastern Asia.
“The word pitahaya is of Antillean origin and means “scaly fruit.”
The nutritional value of pitahaya
The product is composed of many nutrients that help users become more beautiful, cheerful and healthy.
- A 100-gram serving of pitahaya provides an estimated 21 milligrams of vitamin C, which corresponds to 34% of the daily value (more than 3 times the amount of vitamin C found in carrots). Vitamins C helps the skin smooth and glowing
- A 100-gram portion of pitahaya delivers 3 grams of fiber, which is equivalent to 12% of the daily reference value for dietary fiber which is good for diabetics by stabilizing the blood sugar level.
With a great deal of vitamin A in the form of carotene, dragon fruit is essential for eyesight. - In addition, if you are in trouble with acne, then consuming the dragon fruit is a useful and safe way for treatment because of its high level of vitamin C which cleans the skin and reduces the oil on the skin
- With a rich source of antioxidants, pitahaya helps prevent the attack of harmful free radicals that are known to cause cancer and other health problems such as heart disease, cancer, and arthritis.
- This fruit is also a good source of B group vitamins, such as vitamin B1, B2, B3
- Additionally, consuming dragon fruit helps you prevent anemia because this fruit is plenty of iron.
What makes the dragon fruits at Fresh Exotic different from others?
The most suitable climate and land for the growth and development of the dragon fruit is the tropical climate and sandy soils. Luckily, our farms are located in places that meet these factors. Consequently, our fruits are considered one of the best in Vietnam.
Moreover, its sweet and delicate taste that could simply be qualified as “tropical” will definitely satisfy even the most demanding consumers.
How to consume it?
To preserve most of its flavor and nutrients, the dragon fruit is usually eaten raw as a healthy snack or it is pureed into smoothies.
In addition, you can use it in jams, ice cream, fruit juice, and wine.
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