Benefits of Cherimoya (Custard Apple)

Cherimoya (Anona cherimula) is a green, cone-shaped fruit with a leathery skin and a creamy, sweet flesh. Cherimoya is also called custard apple because of its creamy texture.

 One of the most sought after fruits in India and Pakistan is custard apple, which is only available in short season (August to October). 

The outside of the custard apple is green and hard but the inside is full of sweetness and the sweetness appears when you cut it out. It is well known for its sweetness and is eaten with great relish.

However, cherries contain toxic substances, which in large quantities can damage your nervous system.

Chermoya's carotenoid antioxidants, such as lutein, can be particularly powerful. Research shows that foods rich in carotenoids can improve eye health and reduce your risk of heart disease and certain cancers 

Cherimoya provides vitamins, minerals, and fiber that are important in a balanced diet. 

1.Maintain Healthy Blood Pressure 

 Cherimoya contains nutrients such as potassium and magnesium that can help lower blood pressure. One fruit contains 674 mg of potassium and 40 mg of magnesium.also contains antioxidants that help prevent illnesses like cancer. The carotenoids, flavonoids, and vitamin C in cherimoya support health and wellness in various ways.

2. Prevents aging of the skin

The leaves are rich in antioxidants that protect your skin from sun damage and delay the aging of cells. A herbal tea made with simmering custard apple leaves in water can be consumed once a day to ensure 

3. Keeps the heart healthy

 
 







                                                                                           



                   

Potassium and magnesium, present in high quantities in these leaves, are known to relax the muscles of the heart  and thus, help in preventing the risk of strokes and heart disease.