Useful properties of feijoa

Feijoa is no longer as exotic as it was recently. Its tropical trees can be found in the Crimea and the Caucasus, Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan.

The beneficial properties of feijoa gain their strength when the fruits reach their highest degree of ripeness. However, mature feijoa fruits are very difficult to find outside of their growing area - they are very soft and quickly deteriorate during transportation. But you can fight this - buy unripe fruits and give them time to reach already in the conditions of your home.

The beneficial properties of feijoa are primarily due to the presence of iodine. Its fruits are no less than fish and other seafood. Therefore, feijoa is often recommended for use in diseases of the thyroid gland.

Feijoa can be used to strengthen the immune system, as it contains a significant amount of ascorbic acid, amino acids and sucrose.

Feijoa peel is also prized - it is a natural source of antioxidants. It is usually dried and used to flavor drinks and other foods. Feijoa peel is tart and unsuitable for human consumption when fresh.

The fruits of this evergreen tree contain a wide range of vitamins, including most of the B vitamins, as well as vitamin PP and minerals.

The essential oils of these fruits are also useful. They are used when the body is damaged by viral infections. And with the help of the pulp of the fruit in cosmetology, they get rid of skin inflammations and other cosmetic imperfections.

Feijoa can be eaten in any form: fresh, dried, mashed potatoes, jams and fruit salads.