Pitahaya is called a good source of iron, and it is necessary for transporting oxygen through the cells of the body.
Benefits of dragon fruit
Moreover, exotic fruits contain vitamin C, thanks to which iron is absorbed better.
In addition, the product contains polyphenols, carotenoids and betacyanins that are beneficial to the body.
Dragon fruit also contains a lot of magnesium, vitamins C, E, polyphenols, carotenoids and betacyanins.
Dragon fruit is good for the heart and blood vessels, helps strengthen bones (proven benefits in the prevention of osteoporosis), regulate blood sugar levels, and normalizes the functioning of the nervous system.
How to tell when dragon fruit is ripe
Unripe fruits will have a bright green skin.
When ripe, the peel turns red and the flesh of the fruit becomes softer. Look for fruits with bright skin.
What is the difference between white and red pitahaya
Red pitahaya is one of the varieties of pitahaya.
It differs from the usual white one not only in the bright pink color of the pulp, but also in its taste.
The taste of this pitahaya is just as delicate, sweet with a slight sourness, but the white-fleshed pitahaya is distinguished from the pink one by a slightly fresher, watery taste.
