The fruit is rich in antioxidants which help prevent premature aging and strengthen our body’s defenses.
Pitaya is a fruit rich in antioxidants, which help prevent premature aging and strengthen our body’s defenses. The fruit also promotes the proper functioning of the intestine, as it is rich in fibre, also helping the feeling of satiety.
It is native to Central America and is now cultivated in Brazil, Mexico and Israel. Pitaya can be found in three colors: white, yellow and red (pink).
“Contains vitamins B, C and E and minerals such as iron and phosphorus. The color of the peel and pulp varies, with red – with pink pulp and skin – having the greatest amount of antioxidants, compared to yellow and white”, explains nutritionist Joice Siqueira.
A delicious consumption option is through pitaya cream.
Among the advantages of pitaya cream are:
- It helps to lose weight, as the fruit is rich in fiber and promotes a sense of satiety
- It is an antioxidant, helps with good digestion and blood pressure control.
- Rich in iron, it helps fight anemia, as well as reducing tiredness and fatigue
- Rich in vitamin C, it strengthens the immune system and helps prevent diseases
Pitaya cream recipe
Ingredients:
1 frozen banana
1 frozen pink pitaya
1 Greek yogurt
Preparation method:
Freeze the sliced banana and pitaya.
Blend the frozen yogurt, banana and pitaya in a blender until creamy.
Serve it plain or with fruit of your choice and you can also add granola or nuts to make it more nutritious.
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Source: Terra
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