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NUTRITIONAL PROPERTIES OF SOURSOP

 





Soursop is loaded with various Minerals and Vitamins, being the reason why Soursop is most popular with health conscious people as well as those with poor health conditions due to serious disease like Cancer. 

Minerals are the earth elements found in the foodstuff and are necessary for body growth and normal body functioning.

Magnesium (Mg) helps regulate muscle and nerve function. It is generally regarded as good for muscle and bone health.  It helps to maintain blood sugar levels and stomach health.

Calcium (Ca) plays an important role in muscle contraction and nerve functioning. It is important to keep the bones and teeth strong and healthy.

Iron (Fe) is the integral part of Haemoglobin, responsible for the conduction of Oxygen. It keeps up the immune system and helps in energy production.

Potassium (K) is important in lowering blood pressure and, therefore important in maintaining blood pressure.

Vitamins are the group of substances required for normal cell functioning, overall body growth and development. 

Vitamin A is a fat soluble vitamin, important for normal vision, the immune system, and overall body growth and development.

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) helps the nervous system function normally. It strengthens the immune system.

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) helps the body to convert carbohydrates into glucose, which is used to produce energy. Hence it helps to maintain the energy levels in the body.

Vitamin B3 (Niacin) plays an important role in maintaining the health of your heart, blood vessels, and metabolism. It helps to lower cardiovascular disease risk.

Vitamin C functions as an Antioxidant. It has immense importance in maintaining the immune system. It helps to heal the wound.

Vitamin E functions as an Antioxidant. It reduces inflammation and improves immune function. It is necessary for healthy skin and hair.





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