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Dragon Fruit What is Dragon Fruit?

Dragon fruit is a food that grows on climbing cactus called hylocereus, which you'll find in tropical regions around the world. The plants name comes from Greek word "hyle", which means "woody" and and the latin word "cereus" which means waxen.

On the outside, the fruit has the appearance of a hot pink or yellow bulb with spike- like green leaves shooting up like flames around it Cut it open, and you'll find fleshly white Stuff inside dotted with black seeds that are OK to eat.

Dragon fruit is juicy with a slightly sweet taste that some describe as a cross between a kiwi, a pear, and a watermelon. The seeds have a nutty flavor

DRAGONS FRUIT HEALTH BENEFITS.

Dragon fruit has many potential health benefits, including...

•Its rich in antioxidants like Flavonoids, Phenolic acid, betacyanin.These natural subtances protect cells from damage by Free radicals molecules that can lead to deases like cancer and premature aging. •Its naturally Fat free and high in fiber.It makes for a good snack because it can help keep you full for longer between meals. •It contains probiotics, which are foods that feed the healthy bacteria called priobitics in your gut. Having probiotics in your system can improve the balance of good to bad bacteria in your intestines. •It can strengthen your immune system. Dragon fruit is high in Vitamin C and other antioxidants, qhich are good for you're immune system. • It can boost your iron levels. Iron is important for moving oxygen through you're body and giving you energy...

1O Health benefits of Dragon Fruit

1. Reduces Risk of Diabetes. 2. Reduces risk of cancer. 3. Help boost of cancer. 4. Good for digestion. 5. Good for heart. 6. Fights Agieng skin. 7. Good for hair. 8. Healthy bones. 9. Good for eyes. 10. Good during Pregnancy.