Quenching thirst to controlling blood sugar; many benefits of water apple

By , New Delhi
Published on Aug 10, 2023 02:50 pm IST

Crunchy and sweet water apples are a storehouse of flavonoids that offer anti-inflammatory properties. Having them regularly can control chronic diseases.

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"Move over ordinary fruits and make way for the extraordinary water apple/sugar apple or bell fruit. This tropical delight not only tantalizes our taste buds, but its unique health benefits are worth raving about," says Nutritionist Lovneet Batra in her recent Instagram post. (Pinterest) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 10, 2023 02:50 pm IST

"Move over ordinary fruits and make way for the extraordinary water apple/sugar apple or bell fruit. This tropical delight not only tantalizes our taste buds, but its unique health benefits are worth raving about," says Nutritionist Lovneet Batra in her recent Instagram post. (Pinterest)

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An excellent choice for quenching thirst, even effective at releasing the sunstroke and removing harmful effects of dehydration proving its usefulness in dispelling summer heat (Pinterest) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 10, 2023 02:50 pm IST

An excellent choice for quenching thirst, even effective at releasing the sunstroke and removing harmful effects of dehydration proving its usefulness in dispelling summer heat (Pinterest)

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Packed with antioxidants like quercetin, gallic acid, and tannins, water apples help neutralize harmful free radicals, reducing oxidative stress and inflammation in the body. (Pinterest) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 10, 2023 02:50 pm IST

Packed with antioxidants like quercetin, gallic acid, and tannins, water apples help neutralize harmful free radicals, reducing oxidative stress and inflammation in the body. (Pinterest)

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It possesses the ability to inhibit cell proliferation and induce apoptosis. The water-soluble polysaccharides present in the fruit caused significant reduction in the tumour volume and improved the body weight. (Freepik) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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It possesses the ability to inhibit cell proliferation and induce apoptosis. The water-soluble polysaccharides present in the fruit caused significant reduction in the tumour volume and improved the body weight. (Freepik)

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Have powerful antihyperglycemic properties, which means they lower blood sugar levels in patients with diabetes. Jambosine is a bioactive crystalline alkaloid present in water apples that suspends the conversion of starch into sugar thereby regulating the sugar level, especially in diabetic patients. (Freepik) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 10, 2023 02:50 pm IST

Have powerful antihyperglycemic properties, which means they lower blood sugar levels in patients with diabetes. Jambosine is a bioactive crystalline alkaloid present in water apples that suspends the conversion of starch into sugar thereby regulating the sugar level, especially in diabetic patients. (Freepik)

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It has potent anti-inflammatory effects via the inhibition of some inflammatory enzymes such as LOX and COX2 and inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α and IL-6 and through suppression of inflammatory pathways such as the TLR-4 signalling pathway. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 10, 2023 02:50 pm IST

It has potent anti-inflammatory effects via the inhibition of some inflammatory enzymes such as LOX and COX2 and inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α and IL-6 and through suppression of inflammatory pathways such as the TLR-4 signalling pathway. (Unsplash)

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