Scientific Name: Annona
cherimola Mill.
Common
Names: Cherimoya,
Custard Apple, Chirimoya, Chirimolla, Annonaceae.
This is no surprise given
that this ancient Incan fruit was originally reserved for royalty. This
is called king of fruits.
Cherimoya is an excellent
source of vitamin C. It is a very good source of
carbohydrates, potassium, fiber, several essential vitamins and minerals
besides being free of cholesterol and saturated fat and low in sodium.
Cherimoya helps in curing
diseases such as Anemia, Arthritis, Decalcification, Hypertension, Stomach
contractions, stomach cramps, intestinal transit problems, constipation,
diabetes and other related problems. This Fruit can mixed with milk and powder
as a potent emetic and cathartic. It can be used to kill lice when mixed with
lice, and is even used to treat parasitic disorders. The skin of this
fruit can be used as a relive against pneumonia. Increase
Immunity
1. Prevent
inflammation
2. Improves
cardiovascular health and prevent heart attack, stroke and hypertension
3. Improves
brain health
4. Protect from
Parkinson’s disease
5. Protect from
osteoporosis
6.
Cytoprotective
Properties
7.
Great
Source of Minerals
8. Rich in
Antioxidants
9. Maintenance of
Skin Health
Cardiovascular
Benefits:
The well balanced
ratio of sodium and potassium in cherimoya helps in the regulation of blood
pressure levels and heart rate. The consumption of cherimoya has proven to
reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) and increase good cholesterol (HDL) level in the
blood. It improves blood flow towards the heart, providing protection against
heart attack, stroke and hypertension.
Prevents Cancer:
The rich
antioxidant content in cherimoya provides this fruit with anti-cancer benefits.
Cherimoya contains significant amounts of dietary fibre which prevents
absorption of cholesterol in the gut and prevents the mucus membrane of the
colon from exposure to toxic substances, thus reducing the risk of colon and
liver cancers. It also provides protection against breast cancer.
Brain
Health:
Cherimoya fruit is
a good source of B vitamins, particularly vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) which
controls the GABA neuro chemical levels in your brain. Adequate GABA levels
calm down irritability, depression and headache ailments. Vitamin B6 also
protects against Parkinson’s disease as well as relieves stress and tension.
Healthy
Hair:
Promotes Healthy Hair, Treatment of Lice
and Nits (The unripe cherimoya fruit can be dried and powdered. This can be
applied on hair for getting rid of lice.), Turns Hair Lustrous & Shiny (Cherimoya
seed oil is ideal for wavy and coarse hair.), Prevents Pre-mature Hair Greying,
Promotes Hair Growth.
Cherimoya, raw
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Carbohydrate
Factor: 3.6 Fat Factor: 8.37 Protein Factor: 3.36 Nitrogen to Protein
Conversion Factor: 6.25
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Refuse: 31%
Refuse Description: Seeds
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skin and core
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Nutrient
(Proximates)
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Unit
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1Value per100g
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Water
|
g
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79.39
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Energy
|
kcal
|
75
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Protein
|
g
|
1.57
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Total lipid
(fat)
|
g
|
0.68
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Ash
|
g
|
0.65
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Carbohydrate, by
difference
|
g
|
17.71
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Fiber, total
dietary
|
g
|
3
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Sugars, total
|
g
|
12.87
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Sucrose
|
g
|
0.66
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Glucose
(dextrose)
|
g
|
5.93
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Fructose
|
g
|
6.28
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Lactose
|
g
|
0
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Maltose
|
g
|
0
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Galactose
|
g
|
0
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Starch
|
g
|
0
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Minerals
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Calcium, Ca
|
mg
|
10
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Iron, Fe
|
mg
|
0.27
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Magnesium, Mg
|
mg
|
17
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Phosphorus, P
|
mg
|
26
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Potassium, K
|
mg
|
287
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Sodium, Na
|
mg
|
7
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Zinc, Zn
|
mg
|
0.16
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Copper, Cu
|
mg
|
0.069
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Manganese, Mn
|
mg
|
0.093
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Vitamins
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Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid
|
mg
|
12.6
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Thiamin
|
mg
|
0.101
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Riboflavin
|
mg
|
0.131
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Niacin
|
mg
|
0.644
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Pantothenic acid
|
mg
|
0.345
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Vitamin B-6
|
mg
|
0.257
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Folate, total
|
µg
|
23
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Folic acid
|
µg
|
0
|
|
Folate, food
|
µg
|
23
|
|
Folate, DFE
|
µg
|
23
|
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Vitamin B-12
|
µg
|
0
|
|
Vitamin A, RAE
|
µg
|
0
|
|
Retinol
|
µg
|
0
|
|
Carotene, beta
|
µg
|
2
|
|
Carotene, alpha
|
µg
|
0
|
|
Cryptoxanthin, beta
|
µg
|
1
|
|
Vitamin A, IU
|
IU
|
5
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Lycopene
|
µg
|
0
|
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Lutein + zeaxanthin
|
µg
|
6
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Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol)
|
mg
|
0.27
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Tocopherol, beta
|
mg
|
0
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Tocopherol, gamma
|
mg
|
0.01
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Tocopherol, delta
|
mg
|
0
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Lipids
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Fatty acids, total saturated
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g
|
0.233
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Fatty acids, total monounsaturated
|
g
|
0.055
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Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated
|
g
|
0.188
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Fatty acids,
total trans
|
g
|
0
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Fatty acids,
total trans-monoenoic
|
g
|
0
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Cholesterol
|
mg
|
0
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Amino Acids
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Tryptophan
|
g
|
0.031
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Threonine
|
g
|
0.052
|
|
Isoleucine
|
g
|
0.042
|
|
Leucine
|
g
|
0.063
|
|
Lysine
|
g
|
0.042
|
|
Methionine
|
g
|
0.021
|
|
Cystine
|
g
|
0.01
|
|
Phenylalanine
|
g
|
0.042
|
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Tyrosine
|
g
|
0.031
|
|
Valine
|
g
|
0.063
|
|
Arginine
|
g
|
0.031
|
|
Histidine
|
g
|
0.021
|
|
Alanine
|
g
|
0.063
|
|
Aspartic acid
|
g
|
0.105
|
|
Glutamic acid
|
g
|
0.199
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Glycine
|
g
|
0.052
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Proline
|
g
|
0.157
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Serine
|
g
|
0.063
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