Health and Wellness - Dr Aishwarya Kelkar

Dragon fruit is a tropical fruit that has become increasingly popular in recent years. Though people primarily enjoy it for its unique look and taste, evidence suggests it may provide health benefits as well. Dragon fruit grows on the Hylocereus cactus, also known as the Honolulu queen, whose flowers only open at night. The two most common types have bright red skin with green scales that resemble a dragon — hence the name. The most widely available variety has white pulp with black seeds, though a less common type with red pulp and black seeds exists as well. Nutrition Facts: ---------------- Dragon fruit contains small amounts of several nutrients. It’s also a decent source of iron, magnesium, and fiber. Here are the nutrition facts for a serving of 3.5 ounces, or 100 grams Calories: 60 Protein: 1.2 grams Fat: 0 grams Carbs: 13 grams Fiber: 3 grams Vitamin C: 3% of the RDI Iron: 4% of the RDI Magnesium: 10% of the RDI How to Eat It: -------------- Though it may look intimidating, dra