BLOG ON STAR FRUIT

 Star fruit is a great, low calorie snack that provides vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants. But if you have kidney issues or take certain medications, you should talk with your doctor before consuming it.

Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables can get repetitive if you don’t try different things.

Luckily, there are many delicious fruits and vegetables to add variety to your diet.

One unusual fruit that is getting increasingly popular is star fruit.

This article explores the benefits and potential health risks of star fruit.

Carambola, also known as star fruit, is the fruit of Averrhoa carambola, a species of tree native to tropical Southeast Asia.[1][2][3] The edible fruit has distinctive ridges running down its sides (usually 5–6).[1] When cut in cross-section, it resembles a star, giving it the name of star fruit.[1][2] The entire fruit is edible, usually raw, and may be cooked or made into relishes, preserves, garnish, and juices.[1] It is commonly consumed in Southeast Asia, South Asia, the South Pacific, Micronesia, parts of East Asia, the United States, parts of Latin America, and the Caribbean. The tree is cultivated throughout tropical areas of the world.[2]

Unripe carambolas on the tree

Carambola before pruning

Carambola after pruning

Carambola fruits contain oxalic acid and the neurotoxin caramboxin. Consuming large quantities of the fruit, especially for individuals with some types of kidney disease, can result in serious adverse health effects.