SLH Water Apple (Jambu) - Pack of 5

$7.90

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Key Information:

Despite the name, water apples/rose apples are not related to roses or apples. In fact, rose apples are closely related to guava, and although there are multiple species, the most commonly eaten variety has the scientific name Syzygium jambos. Water apples are thought to have a number of health benefits including controlling diabetes, improving digestion, reducing toxicity, promoting heart health, and boosting immunity.

Health Benefits:

According to the USDA Nutrient Database, a 100gm portion of rose apple has high water content, 25 calories and 0.6gm of protein. Rose apples also contain vitamin C, dietary fiber, vitamin A, calcium, thiamin, niacin, iron, sulfur, and potassium. In terms of organic compounds, rose apples contain jambosine, betulinic acid, and friedelolactone.

Country of Origin:
Thailand


Storage:
Store in a cool and dry place