Dragon fruit is getting famous now a days. It has good amount of antioxidant.
Dragon fruit originates in Central America and South America. Dragon fruit is grown in Asia, Mexico, Central America, South America, Israel & India.
Antioxidants neutralizes the free radicals in our body and hence prevents the cell damage and inflammation. Diets with high antioxidants may help prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes and arthritis, improves immunity.
This fruit contains:
- Calories
- Protein
- Carbohydrates
- Iron
- Magnesium
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin E
- Fat
- Fiber
In India the price is Rs.250 per kg. Now farmers are growing it in India as well. We call this plant a fruit, but actually it is a cactus.
Indian farmers are growing this. Watch video for more details: