We recently celebrated Basant Panchami in India. The celebrations officially mark the end of the winter and the onset of Spring. While we are happy with this change in winter, we also know that this change in season can bring several health issues. Flu, cough and cold are the least to mention. In order to keep these diseases at bay, experts suggest including seasonal fruits in your daily diet. This is because seasonal fruits are naturally enriched with several health benefits. One such fruit that must be added in this season is star fruit or carambola or ‘kamrakh’. It is called star fruit because it is shaped in such a way that slices of the fruit come perfectly like a star. In different regions of India, the fruit is popular as ambanamkaya, thambaratham and kamaranga.
The fruit is juicy, tarty and adds much needed zing to your palate. Besides, this easily available seasonal fruit is loaded with several health benefits. According to celebrity nutritionist Nmami Agarwal, the start fruit is loaded with vitamins A, B and C – making the fruit ideal to add to your seasonal change diet.
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Health benefits of carambola
- This fruit is a good source of fiber and also low in calories. Fiber regulates bowel movements as it is good for your digestive system.
- Star fruit can keep your cholesterol in check by removing the fat molecules from the blood.
- This fruit is ideal for weight loss as it is loaded with nutrients and low in calories. It boosts metabolism and helps you burn more calories.
- The fruit is rich in sodium, potassium and several other minerals. It helps in regulating blood pressure and this makes it good for your heart.
- Last but not the least, it is a great immunity booster. Starfruit is high in vitamin C. Also the fruit has magnesium, potassium, zinc, iron and phosphorus in abundance.
