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   The Hog Plum, also known as June plum, Spanish Plum, Gully Plum, Mope, Ambate and Golden Apple (yes, you read that right), is a fruit exotic to India. It is known for its plum-like shape and greenish-yellow leathery skin. The seed at its centre is generally spiny and tough to remove from the pulp and has an oil content of 31.5%. The pulp is mostly eaten fresh, but sherbets, chutneys, pickles, curries, jams, jellies and even ice creams are made from Hog Plums.    It was Introduced by the Portuguese in Southern Asia in the beginning of the 17th century, and is native to different parts of Africa, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Indonesia and the Caribbean islands.

Health Benefits
Hog Plums are rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants protect our cells against free radicals, which are molecules harmful to the body. Free radicals are produced in our body when it breaks down food or when we smoke. Various nutrients in Hog Plums including vitamin C support the immune system and help it generate antibodies. These very antibodies fight against harmful microorganisms that enter the body. They are rich in iron as well, which is essential for healthy blood. The leaves and flowers are good for stomach ache in tea form, and the flesh also prevents the risk of heart diseases. The ripe fruit is also said to be a good cure for sore throats and rheumatism.

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