Purple Dragonfruit : It's got such a pleasant taste, and a vibrant, alluring...well...look. This popular super food is not just exotic in its appearance, but it also has some super nutritious value! And try it solo, or as a compliment to your dessert, as a salad topping, in juice form or even in jam! Dee-lish! Even try a little on your skin! ... Ohh? -Extremely low cholesterol level (get your sweet fix without worrying about those numbers on the..what's it called..scale?) -Heart healthy (monounsaturated fats keep the heart healthy by decreasing bad cholesterol levels and increasing the good ones) -High fiber and protein content (assists with poor digestion and constipation...not to mention, fortifies and satisfies your body meanwhile) -Active antioxidants rid the body of free radicals and cancer-causing pests!! AND these powerful champions help prevent aging by keeping the skin tight and young! Yummmm!!!! -Diabetes fighter (You see, the fruit's high fiber content can help stabilize blood sugar levels by suppressing sugar spikes. ;-) Isn't that just the sweetest thing ever?) -Anti-inflammatory (Have arthritis, or know someone who does? Adding some Dragonfruit to the diet can help combat the ailments of irritation and immobilization....'cause you know, they're no fun!) -Lots of Vitamin C (the fruit can be used topically... Simply, turn a slice into a paste and apply to the face... Or, mix it with some honey... Rinse, and repeat twice daily for best results!) Easy, isn't it? -Cool the burn (Sunburn? That's okay. We got some Vitamin B3 right here that'll just moisturize the skin and release the heat! Simply, mix the Dragonfruit with cucumber juice and honey. :] All better.) Craving more of this spectacular goodness? Check out the link below for a bit more info: http://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifestyle/10-surprising-benefits-dragon-fruit-you-never-knew.html Enjoy! :) The Dragonfly
