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A native fruit of tropical Africa that is sweet and sour with a pink pulp. It is also known as Agbalumo in Nigeria's southwest and Udara in the southeast. The African star apple tree produces yellow fruit from December to March. The fruit can be eaten fresh or stewed, and the pulp can be used to make juice, jams, and more. The oil from the seeds is used for medicinal purposes.
The African cherry, however, controls diabetes because it's rich in fiber, which reduces blood sugar. Besides, it's also rich in potassium, an essential nutrient that decreases the risk of heart attack and other cardiovascular diseases.