STAR FRUIT is available in many supermarkets in Kuwait. It has five distinct and deep ridges in its thin, waxy skin, which when cut, ends up with a star shape. The fruit is juicy, rich in vital nutrients, has an exotic taste, a nice fragrance. Star fruits has its origins in Sri Lanka. The fresh Star fruits you find in Kuwait are from Thailand.
Dried Star fruit is delicious. They would make wonderful accompaniment in your cereal, salads, muffins. Star fruits are a wonderful source of Vitamin C. However, those suffering from kidney ailments and renal failure are advised not have star fruit.
Health benefits of Star Fruit
*Lowering cholesterol
*Treats jaundice
*Manages hangover and prickly heat in summers
*Stimulates milk in nursing mothers
*Treats sunstroke, nausea, indigestion, colds and flu
*Helpful in losing weight
*Rich in antioxidants, it contributes to overall good health.
Dried star fruits are available at Dean and Deluca, Avenues Mall.
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| Dried Star fruit from Thailand at Dean and Deluca, Avenues Mall |
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