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Custard Apple Benefits, Sitafal
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10 Super Custard Apple Benefits, Sitafal
Custard apple is also known as Seetaphal or Sitafal in India, it is a
subtropical fruit belonging to the Annonacea family. It grows on small
deciduous tree Annona Squamosa and is known by different names
worldwide like sugar-apple and sweetsop. The fruit has a sweet and delicious
taste.

The shape of the fruit varies and it may be lopsided, irregular, spherical,
heart shaped, or round. It has a creamy and granular textured flesh, with lots
of seeds. The skin of custard apple is tough, mostly black and green in colour.
The fruit is native to West Indies, Central America, Peru and Mexico. Check
out the article to know about the nutritional value and benefits of custard
apples in detail.

1. Custard Apple Benefits to Reduce Oxidative Stress :

The plant, Annona squamosa traditionally known as custard apple possesses

potent bioactive principles in all its parts. There are many antioxidants in
custard apple like vitamin C, flavonoids, phenolic compounds. These
antioxidants are helpful in reducing the oxidative stress by scavenging free
radicals in the body.

2. Good for Bones :

Almost 50% of the Recommended Daily Allowance of Vitamin K can be met

by consuming 100 grams of Custard Apple. Vitamin K plays a role in bone
metabolism. Has a potential protection against osteoporosis (1). Vitamin K is
also involved in preventing the loss of bone density. It also contains
Phosphorus which helps to develop and maintain healthy bones.
3. Helps in Wound Healing :

Vitamin K’s role in blood clotting has been well established and it helps in
wound healing. Another vitamin present in custard apple responsible for its
wound healing effects is Vitamin C (2). The fruit also contains Manganese
which is involved in wound healing.

4. Custard Apple Benefits for Heart :

Custard Apples are good source of magnesium as 100g of the fruit provides
24% of the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of Magnesium.
Magnesium helps maintain nerve function and normal heartbeat (3).
Magnesium deficiency is associated with Congestive Heart Failure (4)
therefore, it is important to obtain optimal magnesium from the diet. Having
Custard Apples can reduce the risk of Congestive Heart Failure.

5. Good for Hypertension :

Being low in sodium it is safe to be consumed by hypertensive individuals.

6. High Fibre Benefits of Custard Apple :

It is high in fibre i.e. it provides 22% of the Recommended Daily Allowance

of fibre to an adult. Fibre has many health benefits like aids digestion,
prevents constipation, decreases cholesterol, and has detoxifies the body by
binding with harmful substances.
7. Good for Skin Health :

Custard apple contains a variety of B-complex vitamins like Riboflavin,

Niacin and Pyridoxine which make the skin healthy. Vitamin C protects the
skin from ultraviolet induced erythema (redness) (6). B-complex vitamins
protect against cellular damage caused by ultraviolet light (7).

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8. Hepatoprotective Effects :

Consuming custard apple can have a protective effect on the liver by causing
a reduction in the SGOT, SGPT, ALKP and serum bilirubin levels (8).
9. Custard Apple Benefits to Fight Cancer :

The anti-cancer properties of custard apples appear to be due to a class of

compounds called acetogenins which are specifically found in Annonaceaous
species. Acetogenins have been tested in vitro against 60 types of cancer
cells, including breast, prostate and colon (9).
Nutrition Information for Custard Apple

1 whole medium Custard Apple is approx. 265 grams

1 medium Custard Apple without the peel is approx. 137 grams.

1 medium deseeded Custard Apple is approx. 96 grams

Nutritional Information for 1 serving of Custard Apple

One serving of Custard Apple is 100 grams.

RDA stands for Recommended Daily Allowance.

104 Calories

1.6 grams of Protein

23.5 grams of Carbs

0.4 grams of Fat

37.0 mg Vitamin C = 92.5% of RDA (about 40 mg)

See full nutritional details of custard apple in Custard Apple glossary click
here.
custard apple benefits

1. Custard Apple Smoothie

by Tarla Dalal
Custard apple is one irresistible fruit that is loved by young and old alike for its seductive sweetness
and icy mouthfeel. All these plus points compensate for the messy deseeding that it requires. Here
is an awesome smoothie to try when this fruit is in season. Curd provides an apt base for the
Custard Apple Smoothie while a touch of cinnamon helps to highlight the fruity taste. Enjoy this
smoothie nice and chill. Rich in iron and protein, this smoothie is a sure shot health booster. It also
works wonders for your liver and skin. Enjoy how to make Custard Apple Smoothie recipe with
detailed step by step photos.
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