Interesting Facts On Masan Fruit
Masan Fruit is scientifically called as “ Ziziphus mauritiana ”.
ORIGIN OF MASAN FRUIT
The species is believed to have originated in Indo-Malaysian region of South-East Asia.
Masan Fruit is a tropical fruit tree species belonging to the family Rhamnaceae.
OTHER NAMES OF MASAN FRUIT
Chinese date, ber, Chinee apple, jujube, Indian plum, Regi pandu, Indian jujube, dunks (in Barbados) and masau (in Zimbabwe).
In the Indian subcontinent, Jujube is known as Ber in Hindi, Regu chettu in Telugu, Ilandai in Tamil, Bore hannu in Kannada and Ajapriya, Kola, Badari in Sanskrit.
APPEARANCE OF MASAN FRUIT
• The Masan Fruit is of variable shape and size, can be oval, obovate, oblong or round.
• The Masan Fruit flesh is white , crisp and juicy and has a pleasant aroma.
• The Masan fruit’s skin is smooth, glossy, thin but tight.Fruits are first green, turning yellow as they ripen.
• At first the aroma is apple like and pleasant but it becomes peculiarly musky when overripe.
• There is a single, hard, oval or oblate, rough central stone which contains 2 elliptic, brown seeds, 1/4 in (6mm) long.
TASTES OF MASAN FRUIT
The ripe Masan fruit is sweet and sour in taste. Both flesh texture and taste are reminiscent of apples.
VARIETIES OF MASAN FRUIT
Jujube fruit is abundantly available and comes in different varieties. They are as follows:
• Li
• Lang
• Chico
• Ta Jan
• Honey Jar
NUTRITIONAL CONTENTS OF MASAN FRUIT
100g of Masan fruit
Energy: 58.50kcal
Sugars: 5.4g
Fibre: 0.60g
Fat: 0.07g
Protein: 0.8g
Thiamine: 0.022mg
Riboflavin: 0.029mg
Niacin: 0.78mg
Calcium: 25.6mg
Iron: 1.1mg
Phosphorous: 26.8mg
Water: 81.6g
Interesting Facts On Masan Fruit
Improves Blood Circulation: The Masan fruit minerals like potassium, phosphorus, manganese, iron, and zinc are necessary for maintaining a good heart health,help in improving the hemoglobin count .
Prevents Oral problems: Masan contain Vitamin C, K, and Calcium which strengthen the gums and fasten the loose teeth. Masan also effective against oral bacteria as they possess antimicrobial properties.
Provides Glowing Skin: Masan fruit contains vitamin C and antioxidants which prevents cell damage. Vitamin C also prevents early signs of aging and provide bright and clear skin from the dull skin.
Strengthens Bones: Dried Masan are a good source of calcium, phosphorous that helps in developing and maintaining bone density. Masan has anti-inflammatory properties that can provide relief and reduce swelling in the joints.
Helps Better Sleep: The Masan fruit including the seeds are filled with antioxidant phytochemicals, polysaccharides, flavonoids, saponins, which helps in inducing sleep by calming nerves, treats anxiety and relax mind and body.
Good For Digestion: is Masan Rich in fibres and carbs help in boosting your metabolism and easy to digest as they contain dietary fibres. Masan can help in curing constipation and chronic gastrointestinal issues.
Manages Heart Health: Masan contain potassium and are low in sodium. Potassium relaxes your blood vessels and helps regulate blood pressure levels. Masan also help to lower the amount of lipids in the blood and hence reduce the risk of heart disease.
Boosts Immunity: Masan packed with vitamins A and C that are powerful antioxidants these nutrients fight free radical damage reduce the risk of cancer, heart disease, and rapid aging.
Protect against Brain Damage: Masan has B Vitamins like B1, B9 and C vitamin, Zinc and Iron are capable of calming the mind and protect from neuro disorder functions.
Helps to Maintain Weight: Masan fruits are low in calories and have absolutely no fat. And have a high fibre and protein content. Masan fruits rich in protein and fibre are known to increase weight and maintain weight loss.
