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Health Benefits of African Star Apple, Agbalumo/Udara/Cherry

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By Diala Francis

Some native fruits are more rich in vitamin C than others. Many people think citrus fruits are the only main source of vitamin C, but that is not true.

In This article, I will introduce you to another fruit that can earn you much more vitamin C than orange, Grapefruit, lemon, lime, mandarin, tangerine, etc.


African star apple/fruit or cherry is a fruit that can give you a great deal of vitamin C.it is a typical native fruit eaten widely In Africa. Its botanical name is Chrysophyllum albidum, it's also a source of food to many tribes in Nigeria. Igbos call it "Udara", "Agbalumo” by the Yoruba's, while it is seen as Agwaluma in Hausa.


The beauty of this fruit is that it is very affordable and never scarce once it's season approaches. Also, vitamin C is not the only nutrient you get from eating this African star apple, it's a good source of potassium, magnesium, zinc, Vitamin B2,B1etc.

The fruit has a very sweet taste, the ripped ones taste sugary or soar. The sour taste may be due to the fact that it didn't natural drop down from the tree on its own, but when they are allowed to naturally drop by itself, its taste is usually like sugar. This could be a superstitious belief.


The taste of  milky juice that comes out of it when squeezed is enjoyable and helps stimulate human biochemical activity.

However, there are lots of health benefits attached just for regularly eating African star Apples. Take a look at them below.


The fruit is a huge source of vitamin C in the human body. People without adequate vitamin C are bound to suffer scurvy disease.

African star apple cures spongy gums disease, it helps strengthen tooth gums. Regular intake of the fruit improves the quality of tooth gums, thereby not allowing you to have spongy gums.


It helps to maintain the natural color of our skin. Some people develop pale skin as they grow, but regular intake of this fruit get rid of all livid spots on your skin.

They are good antioxidant In human body. Antioxidants protect the formation of harmful free radicals. Emergence of free radicals in the body can damage cells and tissues, cause cardiovascular disease, cataract, and cancer. Eating African star apples helps you get rid of those troubles.


Intake of African star fruit neutralizes vomiting urge. It's good for Pregnant women because it helps balance their body chemistry and reduce vomiting urges.

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It reduces cholesterol and sugar level in the body. Much cholesterol in the body leads to cardiovascular and inflammatory disease.

It is vital for weight loss. I mean, steady intake of Agbalumo or Udara fruit isn't going to add to your size, it rather balances your body's molecular system and converts those calories into energy.


It can get rid of constipation in our body. When the intestines are filled with strong or hardened feces, intake of African star food can soften your system and make you defecate.

What is your take about this article ? Share your thoughts with me on this. Please for medical advice whenever you have health challenges.







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