Sapodilla

Sapodilla is a tropical fruit that readily grows in florida and central america and has many nutritional and health benefits. A perfectly ripe sapodilla tastes like a pear that has been baked in brown sugar. Sapodillas are a good source of vitamins A, C, and B-complex as well as minerals such as iron, copper, and potassium. They are rich in antioxidant compounds called tannins which have potent anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-parasitic, and anti-cancer properties. These tannins also have the ability to neutralize acids by precipitating proteins. Sapodilla is known to be particularly helpful for constipation, IBS, gastritis, reflux-esophagitis, hypertension, heart disease, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, macular degeneration, and lung, colon, and oral cancers. Sapodilla is also excellent to boost immune function and help to prevent chronic ailments such as sinus infections, migraines, joint and muscle pain, nerve twitching, and bursitis. Sapodilla has the ability to replenish energy and revitalize the body instantly which makes it the perfect food when you are on the go. Sapodillas are a delicious treat to eat by themselves, but they are also wonderful in smoothies, fruit salads, and pies. Sapodillas need to be fully ripe before consuming or they can give off a bitter flavor and produce a “fuzzy” mouth feeling. A ripe sapodilla should be soft all over and easily yield to gentle pressure. Sapodillas can often be found in the tropical fruit section of your supermarket and online fruit stores that ship when in season.