Star fruit, also called carambola, meaning food appetizer in Sanskrit, are low in calories and high in potassium, needed for a healthy cardiovascular system. Potassium is needed to balance sodium that is so prevalent in our diets. Many people benefit from extra potassium in their diets.They are also a great source of vitamin C, a vital antioxidant that supports the immune system in wound healing and the fight against infection. Anyone with gum disease, toxicity or cardiovascular disease can benefit from increasing their vitamin C intake.
Who should eat star fruit?
