Marian Plum

Marian plum is called the king of fruits not just for its taste and super flashy yellow color, but also for the array of health benefits it offers.

The Marian Plum  is a cousin of the mango in miniature. Marian Plums ripen in March to May. It has an oval shape, with green skin, and ripen to a bright yellow or orange skin. Marian Plum  has two species: sweet and sour. Sweet Marian Plum is eaten when ripe, while sour Marian plum is used for making chili dip or eaten with a sweet and salty sauce.

The characteristic of the Marian plum is its incredibly taut skin. The feeling of my teeth piercing through the peel to reach the fruit’s flesh.Marian plum has a low glycemic index (41-60) so going a little overboard will not increase your sugar levels.

Health Benefits:

1.  Prevents Cancer:

Research has shown antioxidant compounds in Marian plum fruit have been found to protect against colon, breast, leukemia and prostate cancers. These compounds include quercetin, isoquercitrin, astragalin, fisetin, gallic acid and methylgallat, as well as the abundant enzymes.

2.  Lowers Cholesterol:

The high levels of fiber, pectin and vitamin C help to lower serum cholesterol levels, specifically Low-Density Lipoprotein (the bad stuff)

3.  Skin Cleanser:

Can be used both internally and externally for the skin. Marian plum clear clogged pores and eliminate pimples. (Read more on page 5.)

4.  Eye Care:

Did you know that Marian plum is rich in vitamin A. One cup of sliced Marian plums equals 25% intake of your daily need of vitamin A. Marian plums help in promoting good eye sight, fights dry eyes and also prevent night blindness.

5.  Alkalizes the Body:

The tartaric acid, malic acid, and a trace of citric acid found in the fruit help to maintain the alkali reserve of the body.

6. Weight Loss

Marian plum has a lot of vitamins and nutrients that help the body feel fuller. Also, the fibrous fruit boosts the digestive function of the body by burning additional calories, helping in weight loss.

7. Regulates Diabetes

Not only the fruit but the leaves of Marian plum are healthy too.  For people suffering from diabetes, just boil 5-6 Marian plum leaves in a vessel, soak it through night and drink the filtered decoction in the morning. This is helps in regulating your insulin levels.

8. Aphrodisiac

Marian plum has aphrodisiac qualities and is also called the ‘love fruit’. Marian plum increase the virility in men.

9. Helps in Digestion

Marian plum contains enzymes that help in breaking down protein. The fibrous nature of Marian plum helps in digestion and elimination.