According to French health magazine Top Sante, custard apple is a fruit that is loved by many people for its aroma and sweet, fatty taste.
However, very few people know that this fruit is very good for health. Especially, this fruit ranked second in the list of the most nutritious foods in the world published by BBC.
Custard apple, also known as soursop, is native to the subtropical regions of South America. This fruit is packed with essential nutrients and has some very interesting properties, including anti-cancer properties.
According to Surrey Live, custard apple is the second fruit on the BBC's list of "the world's most nutritious foods", with a nutritional score of 96/100.
Custard apples have a delicious taste. Their flavor is almost like a cross between banana, mango and pineapple. The flesh is smooth and creamy. You can use them in smoothies or delicious desserts. They are easy to incorporate into a balanced diet.
In contrast, the seeds of custard apple are inedible and contain toxic compounds that can harm the nervous system if consumed in large quantities.
Custard apples are rich in antioxidants including flavonoids, carotenoids, acetogenins, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. As such, they can support immunity, reduce inflammation, and promote eye and heart health.
Furthermore, antioxidants fight free radicals in the body, which are known to cause inflammation linked to many chronic diseases, including cancer and heart disease.
