Ice apple is a lesser known fruit of the palmyra palm tree and is widely available in summer season
It is a coconut-like fruit with a juicy mass of white fibre coated with orange or yellow pulp
The juicy liquid and fleshy translucent structure of ice apples may make it seem much like in appearance to the litchi which is another fruit highly enjoyed by people in summers
It is scientifically known as Borassus flabellifer and is mostly grown in tropical countries such as India, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Malaysia, Myanmar and Indonesia
Here are 5 amazing benefits of ice apples as suggested by nutritionist Shonali Shaberwal-
1. It acts as a natural coolant for the body
2. These fruits are high in sodium and potassium and maintain the electrolyte balance of the body well by preventing fatigue due to intense heat
3. If you consume just 100 grams of ice apples a day, you will get around 87 g of water so it’s a perfect way to amp up your water intake in summers
4. It is rich in trace minerals like zinc, iron, potassium which helps flush liver toxins
5. It aids in boosting immunity and metabolism in hot seasons and is also traditionally used to treat constipation and digestive issues.