Dragon Fruit

Tenom Dragon Fruit

Dragon Fruit, is also known as “Pitaya” in America. These sweet dragon fruits come in three types, all with leathery, slightly leafy skin:

1. Hylocereus undatus – pink-skinned fruit with white flesh. 
2. Hylocereus costaricensis – has red-skinned fruit with red flesh.
3. Hylocereus megalanthus – has yellow-skinned fruit with white flesh.

The dragon fruits from Sabahguo is Hylocereus costaricensis (red-skinned fruit with red flesh), which tastes sweet. 

The fruit’s texture is sometimes likened to that of the kiwifruit because of its black, crunchy seeds. It can be eaten as fruits by itself, or used to flavor and color juices and alcoholic beverages.

Health Benefits

1. High anti-oxidant, reduces risk of cancer 
2. It is fat-free and high in fibre, Aid in weight loss by keeping you full longer and eat fewer calories 
3. High dietary fibre which improves bowel movement and digestive system
4. Lower blood sugar
5. Contains prebiotics, which can potentially improve the balance of good bacteria in gut.
6. High vitamin C and carotenoids, hence may boost immune system
7. It is one of the few fruits that contains iron and magnesium.