Fruit - Sapota

Sapodilla plum / Sapota

Principle	Nutrient Value(100g)	PercentageofRDA
Energy	83 Kcal	4%
Carbohydrates	19.9 g	15%
Protein	0.44 g	<1%
Total Fat	1.10 g	3.5%
Cholesterol	0 mg	0%
DietaryFiber	5.3 g	14%
Vitamins
Folates	14 µg	3.5%
Niacin	0.200 mg	1%
Pantothenicacid	0.252 mg	5%
Pyridoxine	0.037 mg	3%
Riboflavin	0.020 mg	1.5%
Thiamin	0.058 mg	5%
Vitamin A	60 IU	2%
Vitamin C	14.7 mg	24.5%
Electrolytes
Sodium	12 mg	1%
Potassium	193 mg	4%
Minerals
Calcium	21 mg	2%
Copper	0.086 mg	9%
Iron	0.80 mg	10%
Magnesium	12 mg	3%
Phosphorous	12 mg	2%
Selenium	0.6 µg	1%
Zinc	0.10 mg	1%

1. Combat Cancer:Sapodilla is high calories, 100 g provides 83 calories (almost same as that of calories in sweet potato, and banana). In addition, it is a very good source of dietary fiber (5.6 g/100g), which makes it an excellent bulk laxative. The fiber content helps relieve constipation episodes and help protect the mucous membrane of the colon from cancer-causing toxins by firmly binding to them.
2. Stops Bleeding:The fruit is rich in antioxidant poly-phenolic compound tannin. Tannins are a complex family of naturally-occurring polyphenols that neutralize acids by precipitating proteins. Research studies found that tannins have shown to have potential anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anti-bacterial, and anti-parasitic effects. Hence, these compounds may found useful applications in traditonal medicines such as anti-diarrheal, hemostatic (stops bleeding) and as a remedy for hemorrhoids.
3. Anti Infection:Sapote contains a good amount of antioxidant vitamins like vitamin C (24.5% of recommended daily intake per 100 g of fruit), and vitamin A. Vitamin A is essential for vision. It is also required for maintaining healthy mucus membranes and skin. Consumption of natural fruits rich in vitamin A has been known to protect from lung and oral cavity cancers. So also, consumption of foods containing in vitamin C helps the body develop resistance against infectious agents and scavenge harmful free radicals.
4. Improves Immunity:Fresh ripen sapodilla is a good source of minerals like potassium, copper, iron and vitamins like folate, niacin and pantothenic acid. These compounds are essential for optimal health as they involve in various metabolic processes in the body as cofactors for the enzymes.
5. Furthermore, the anti-inflammatory effect of tannins help limit conditions like erosive gastritis, reflux-esophagitis, enteritis, and irritating bowel disorders.
6. Healthy Bones:Sapota juice is a very effective sedative which relaxes nerves and relieves stress. It has high concentrations of Vitamin B, which reduces stress and helps to overcome fatigue. It has an abundant amount of calcium which helps to strengthen and improve bone quality.
7. Relieve constipation:Sapota juice contains high amounts of fiber, making it an excellent laxative. The juice not just helps to relieve constipation, but also protects the mucous membrane of the colon from cancer-causing toxins.
8. Heart and BP:Sapota juice helps to maintain healthy weight and lowers the risk of diabetes and heart disease. It also activates performance of the intestine.

1. Skin:
   • Scrub: Add a spoonful of honey and sapota Pulp to the fruit pulp and mix well. Wash your face and apply this as a mask on your clean skin.Leave it on for 5-10 minutes and relax.
   • Improves Skin Complexion:Sapota juice contains nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin A and several minerals, which help to enhance the natural texture and complexion of the skin.
   • Aids Collagen Production:Vitamin A and C in sapota juice moisturizes the skin and prevents dry and flaky skin. It is required for the production of collagen which firms and tones the skin. It also promotes elasticity and creates ligament for quick recovery.
   • Anti Aging:The antioxidants in sapota juice eradicate free radicals from the body, delaying the ageing process. Thus, consuming sapota juice will prevent the formation of wrinkles, fine lines, and other signs of ageing.
   • Protects from Sunburn Effects:Sapota juice protects the skin from the damaging effects of the sun and pollutants. It reduces sunburn caused by constant exposure to the UV rays and prevents skin cancer. Apply sapota juice topically on the skin to lighten skin discoloration, acne scars and freckles.
2. Hair:
   • Makes Hair Smooth & Soft:Regular consumption of sapota juice provides essential nutrients required for maintaining healthy hair. It makes the hair smooth and soft, making it more manageable.
   • Fights Dandruff & Other Debris:Vitamin C in sapota juice fights the bacteria on the scalp and soothes the skin to ward off dandruff. This helps to get rid of the follicles debris and accelerate hair growth.
   • Helps Indirectly in Hair Growth:Sapota juice is very useful for reversing Adrenal gland fatigue. This maintains proper hormone balance, thereby, encouraging hair growth.
   • Prevents Premature Hair Graying:Sapota juice improves blood circulation and repairs capillaries to get thick and strong hair. It retains the natural color by preventing premature graying of hair. Thus, drink sapota juice every morning to get shiny and lustrous hair.

1. Mouth allergy:Raw sapodilla fruits are high in latex and tannins and intensely bitter in taste. Eating unripe fruits may cause mouth ulcers, itchy sensation in the throat.
2. Breathing difficulty, especially in the children.

1. Season Available:Sapodillas can be available all around the season in the markets.
2. Selection:buy fresh sapodilla with smooth intact skin and without cuts/cracks, bruises or wrinkles. Once ripen, the fruit just yields to gentle thumb pressure.
3. Storing:Mature but unripe fruits must be kept at room temperature for 7 to 10 days to ripen. Firm, ripe sapodillas can keep well for several days inside the home refrigerator, and at 35° F, they can be kept for six weeks.
4. Serving:Cut the fruit into two equal halves, then scoop the flesh using a spoon and discard the seeds.
5. Safety:
6. Cooking Tips:
   1. Fresh fruit sections are a great addition to fruit salads.
   2. Sapodilla-milk shakes/smoothie is a favorite drink in Asia.
   3. It is also used in ice-creams, cakes, pies,...etc.