The seriguela, also known as siriguela, ciriguela, ceriguela, ciroela or jacote, is a small fruit of yellow or reddish color, with thin and smooth bark, very appreciated in the region of Northeast of Brazil. It is a sweet, tasty fruit that is rich in carbohydrates, calcium, potassium, magnesium, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B1 and in antioxidants.
The scientific name of this fruit is S pondias purpurea, with the highest fruit production occurring between December to March, and its consumption can be made as fresh fruit, juices and ice cream, for example.
The consumption of seriguela brings several benefits, as besides being a tasty way of diversifying the fruit consumption, it has properties able to:
1. Provide satiety
The seriguela is rich in fiber, so it helps to induce a greater sensation of satiety and decrease hunger throughout the day and, for this reason, can be an ally for weight loss during the diet.
The action of fibers in the gut also helps to regulate their rhythm, avoiding constipation and decreasing abdominal bloating and gas formation.
2. Give energy
Being a sweet fruit, the seriguela is rich in carbohydrates that are energy source to carry out exercises and the activities of the day to day. Because it contains sugars, it should be consumed in moderation by diabetic people.
3. Preventing aging
The seriguela is rich in antioxidants, such as beta carotene and vitamin C, which are substances that prevent the formation of free radicals in the body, and in this way, prevents cell aging and the onset of diseases such as cancer, Alzheimer's, heart disease and atherosclerosis.
The consumption of antioxidant foods is also an ally for beauty as it helps to maintain healthy skin, hair and nails. Learn more about what antioxidants are and what they are for.
4. Favor the balance of the body and the immune system
Several vitamins and minerals are part of the composition of seriguela, such as Vitamin C, vitamin B1, calcium, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus and iron, so this fruit helps to improve the functioning of the body by regularizing the production of enzymes and hormones, allow a good functioning of organs like brain, heart, muscles, in addition to balancing the immune system.
5. Hydrate
The seriguela is a fruit rich in water, therefore, its consumption helps to hydrate the body naturally, in addition to being accompanied by a diuretic effect.
