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Benefits of Madras Thorn: On hearing the word jalebi, people think of a sweet, crispy dessert. But do you know that jalebi is also a fruit, which grows on trees? This fruit is found in different parts of the country and its scientific name is 'Pithecellobium Dulce'. It is also known as wild jalebi, monkey pod fruit, Manila tamarind and Madras thorn.
This fruit looks like tamarind and is curved like jalebi. When ripe, this fruit looks like red and yellow jalebi and is mildly sweet in taste. Interestingly, this fruit is full of healthy properties. It can also prove to be very beneficial in diseases like cancer.
Which vitamin is present in wild jalebi?
Wild Jalebi is rich in Vitamin C, which acts as a powerful antioxidant and boosts the body's immunity.
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Apart from vitamin C, many nutrients like protein, fat, carbohydrate, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, thiamine, riboflavin are also found in abundance in Jungle Jalebi.
Beneficial in diseases like cancer
According to a study published in Research Gate, Consumption of Jungle Jalebi is also considered beneficial for diabetes patients. Diabetes problem can be controlled by its regular consumption. This fruit is also used in making Ayurvedic medicines. Apart from this, it has anti-cancer properties which are helpful in preventing cancer.
Medicine for more than 100 diseases!
Apart from this, wild jalebi is also helpful in increasing digestive power, which keeps the stomach healthy. This fruit proves beneficial in more than 100 diseases.
The right way to eat wild jalebi
You can peel the wild jalebi and eat it raw. Or you can dry it and make jam. Many people also eat it in the form of raita.