The magic of African Star Apple; Chrysophyllum albidum (commonly known as white star apple is a forest fruit tree described by the Scottish botanist George Don.
Amongst the Yoruba of Nigeria, it is called "Agbalumo" while it is called Udara in the eastern and southern parts of Nigeria.
African star apple is both delicious and low in calories, making it a favourite fruit for many.
The Udara season is here again and it is that time of the year when wheelbarrows of the fruit litters everywhere.
Interesting benefits of udara
1. Helps weight loss
2. Rich in vitamin C
3. Good for expecting mothers
4. Used well in folk medicine
The sweet and sour taste of agbalumo acts as a natural remedy for common issues such as constipation, toothache sore throat and indigestion.
Herbal practitioners are also known to use the bark of the tree to treat yellow fever and malaria; while the leaves are useful for treating wounds, stomachache and diarrhea.
TIMONLIBRARY NIGERIA
Amongst the Yoruba of Nigeria, it is called "Agbalumo" while it is called Udara in the eastern and southern parts of Nigeria.
African star apple is both delicious and low in calories, making it a favourite fruit for many.
The Udara season is here again and it is that time of the year when wheelbarrows of the fruit litters everywhere.
Interesting benefits of udara
1. Helps weight loss
2. Rich in vitamin C
3. Good for expecting mothers
4. Used well in folk medicine
The sweet and sour taste of agbalumo acts as a natural remedy for common issues such as constipation, toothache sore throat and indigestion.
Herbal practitioners are also known to use the bark of the tree to treat yellow fever and malaria; while the leaves are useful for treating wounds, stomachache and diarrhea.
TIMONLIBRARY NIGERIA
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