That's me! A superstar at trying to live- everyday- this new healthy lifestyle. Trying, is a good word here, sometimes there are challenges, but if I am doing my best with what is going on my life right now... then I am doing good. Right Szos?
So how fitting that I should introduce you to the Star Fruit also know as Carambola. It looks kinda funny right... but wait...
See what happens when you cut it, it's magic! It makes a star! I love stars! One of my favourite songs is 'Just like a star' by Corrine Bailey Ra
So your probably wondering what it tastes like? Well, it's like a watered down pear/cucumber combined, very mild tasting, and check out the health benefits below:
Health Benefits of Star Fruit (http://www.naturalfoodbenefits.com/display.asp?CAT=1&ID=29)
- Star fruit may lower cholesterol levels and add bulk and moisture to feces.
- A decoction of leaves and roots (prepared separately or in combination) can help cure headaches, ringworm, and chickenpox.
- The fruit is known to cure hangovers and prickly heat. You can
also use the pickled fruit for hangover just take one piece of the
pickled fruit, steam in water and serve.
- The fruit has also been used to treat sore eyes.
- The star fruit is given to nursing mothers as it is commonly believed to stimulate the flow of milk.
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