Known as the dragon fruit, the pitaya is undoubtedly one of the most extraordinary fruits that exists. Strongly resembling melon while having the texture of the kiwi, the pitaya is an exotic fruit straight from Asia. Discovered a little more than 100 years ago in Vietnam, it is now raging in all markets of South America and Central America. But what is his secret?
Can reach 20 euros per kilo, it is difficult to enjoy as often as possible the benefits of this fruit miracle. However, if the pitaya is gaining ground on our plates, it is not a coincidence.
Indeed, with only 50 calories per 100 g, this is one of the least caloric fruit like apricot, orange or peach! It is also rich in tyramine, an amino acid promoting the activation of glucagon, a hormonal agent that allows the body to fully use the natural fats stored in our body as a source of energy.
Yellow, White, Red!
In salad, jam or juice, the pitaya can be consumed in different ways. There are also different kinds of pitaya, namely: yellow, white and red. All are rich in minerals and fructo-oligosaccharides, natural sugars found in certain foods such as fruits and which actively fight against obesity, cardiovascular pathologies but also diabetes! Nothing better also to fill up with omega 3, vitamins A and C than to opt for this fruit already adored by foodies and become a star of Instagram!
Regulates diabetes and prevents cancer
If the pitaya naturally regulates diabetes it is thanks to the fructo-oligosaccharides as above mentioned, it is necessary to know that it also decreases the bacterial infections (toxic or infectious germs), and especially, the risks of cancer of the colon! To guarantee a convincing result, opt for this express preparation: first, clean the dragon's fruit, cut it in half and extract the juice. Then place the pieces of the pitaya in a blender, add pineapple pieces, two tablespoons of oatmeal, and add water. Mix everything and you only have to eat your preparation twice a day for a week.
A food rich in iron
Rich in vitamin C but also in fiber and especially in iron, the pitaya is also unstoppable to fight against anemia. Thanks to its black seeds and vitamin B12 present in them, the dragon fruit also promotes the intestinal transit and participates in the reconstitution of iron in our body. At the end of 2 days of regular consumption of pitaya, the first signs of fatigue linked to anemia even begin to decrease!
To stay young longer!
One of the incredible powers of the pitaya is that it considerably delays the appearance of signs of fatigue and especially, old age! Concentrated in antioxidants, it slows cell aging and helps you keep your body healthy.
An unparalleled slimming ally
Rich in fiber, the dragon's fruit also facilitates weight loss. It is digested very quickly and quickly creates a feeling of satiety. A slimming solution rich in vitamins that you can easily mix with other foods if you do not want to eat it alone or raw. For example, you can put the pitaya pulp in a blender and add grapefruit juice and a large piece of pineapple. Once your mix is ready, drink it in the morning.
Recovering sleep
Thanks to the pitaya, you can finally say that insomnia problems are old history! To prepare your pitaya infusion, add 2 tablespoons pitaya flowers and let them steep for 5 minutes in warm water. Let cool and consume the beverage just before going to bed.
A healthy heart
To preserve and keep your heart healthy, note this recipe always based on pitaya flowers: start by pouring 3 tablespoons of pitaya flowers in half a liter of water and bring the liquid to a boil for 10 minutes . Filter the preparation and enjoy your tea all day long! Your heart can only thank you!
The best remedy for stomach upset
In case of an upset stomach, the pitaya happens to be a formidable remedy. To calm your colic or spasm, boil the stems of the fruit in one liter of water for 10 minutes. Then filter your preparation and drink it all day long.
Down with edema, cystitis and kidney stones!
Simply put two dragon fruits in a blender before simply mixing them with water. The pains will disappear on their own!
Refresh yourself!
If you just want to refresh yourself while enjoying the benefits of this fruit with a thousand and one virtues, treat yourself to a well-being cocktail. For that, get yourself a glass of coconut water, a tablespoon of chopped ginger, without forgetting of course the main ingredient, namely the pitaya, then mix it all! To be tasted without moderation.