7 tropical fruits not to be missed in Puerto Rico
Tropical fruits are delicious and nutritious, and can be difficult to find depending on your whereabouts. One of the benefits of traveling in Puerto Rico is access to different types of food, including tropical fruits that can be purchased in supermarkets, roadside shops, and local farmers. There is also the option to try tropical fruits as ingredients for alcoholic beverages, salads, ice cream, smoothies, etc. After trying it out, check out the following seven fruits that could become your favorite.
mango
Sweet mangoes are a great source of vitamin A, which helps the body function in a variety of different ways and can even help fight cancer. Other important vitamins in mango include the antioxidant vitamins C and E.
Papaya contains a lot of vitamin C, which helps the immune system. Lowering cholesterol, improving digestion, reducing stress and sweetness, and lowering sugar are some of the benefits papaya can provide.
pineapple
Pineapple is also rich in vitamins, vitamin C and vitamin B6, as well as thiamine (vitamin B1), magnesium, iron and riboflavin (vitamin B2). Healthy vitamin levels are an important part of overall health.
Guayaba (guava)
According to the Times of India, Guayabas can help regulate blood pressure and are a source of different B vitamins that also contain vitamins A, E and C. In addition, guava leaves are also beneficial to health. A popular way to eat fondue in Puerto Rico is the paste-like pasta de guayaba, which can be eaten alone as a dessert or as part of cheese.
coconut
In addition to being a source of fiber and iron, coconut may benefit blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Coconut oil and coconut milk are notable coconut products that are used for cooking and drinking, respectively.
Carambola (carambola)
Known as starfruit, it looks like stars when sliced at a specific angle, and the fruit is a great source of vitamin C and potassium — good for strong bones — and magnesium — to fight heart disease, diabetes and depression.
Parcha (passion fruit)
Vitamins A and C, fiber and iron are found in parcha. Similar to other fruits, eating in its natural state is the healthiest when it is unlikely to lose any nutritional value.
