The African star apple (botanically called Chrysophyllum albidum) is commonly known as Agbalumo in Yoruba and Udara in Igbo. It is also called African cherry. It is delicious and low in calories. It is a power-packed favourite.


At a glance, the African cherry or Udara appears rather small and insignificant in comparison with many other fruits. Yet, experts on nutrition have repeatedly affirmed its uncommon nutritional benefits as well as its efficacy in the prevention and management of diabetes and heart diseases.

This fruit is particularly discussed here because of its high Vitamin C content. Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid and ascorbate, is a vitamin found in various foods and sold as a dietary supplement. It is used to prevent and treat scurvy.

Vitamin C is an essential nutrient involved in the repair of tissue and the enzymatic production of certain neurotransmitters. It is required for the functioning of several enzymes and is important for immune system function.

It also functions as an antioxidant. However, as important as Vitamin C is, humans, unlike other animals, cannot make it!

Humans are one of the few mammals unable to manufacture ascorbic acid in their liver. The only way humans can make up for this inborn Vitamin C deficiency is to include foods rich in Vitamin C in their diet.

However, some of the health benefits of the African star apple are itemised below:

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