Chayote is a perennial vine that climbs on support by clinging with tenacious tendrils and is a pear shaped light green vegetable which belongs to the broad (gourd) botanical family Cucurbitaceae (which also includes Cucumber, Pumpkin, and Squash).
• It features crunchy texture and mild sweet taste that may be comparable to Butternut, Squash or Pumpkin.
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Its Active Constituents:
• Chayote like Pumpkin is one of the Vegetables which is very low calories.
• It has average trace of Dietary Fiber, Potassium, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Vitamin C, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Vitamin K.
• It contain small levels of Aglycone Flavonoid Polyphenolic anti-oxidants (such as apigenin and luteolin) .
Health Benefits of Chayotes
Anti-Aging
• Chayotes Copper content helps to slows down the aging process as it helps slow down the aging process, aiding in Energy production and promoting healthy Hair and Eyes.
• Copper (also found Chayote) is essential for producing melanin (the pigment that gives colour to Eyes, Skin and Hair).
• Anti-oxidants in Copper promotes healthy cells regeneration, reducing fine lines, external appearance and wrinkles, thus slow down aging.
Foods & Bones
Cancer & Tumor Prevention
• Aglycone Flavonoid Polyphenolic anti-oxidants (such as apigenin and luteolin) help scavenge harmful oxygen-derived free radicals and reactive oxygen species (ROS) from the body that play a role in Cancer, aging and various disease processes.
Foods & Cancer
Cardiovascular System
• Chayote is an excellent source of Folate which may assist in preventing heart disease.
• Chayotes contain Potassium which lowers blood pressure.
• Potassium helps maintain a healthy heart, ensures body Fluid balance and regulates blood pressure.
• Potassium balances or lowers Sodium levels, counteracting the harmful effects of excessive Sodium consumption and helps lower High Blood Pressure at the same time.
• Soluble Fiber can reduce faSting plasma Cholesterol which is associated with reduced risk of heart disease.
• It may help to modestly reduce LDL Cholesterol levels beyond that achieved by a diet low in Cholesterol, saturated fat, and trans-fats alone.
• Copper enhances blood circulation, helps regulate blood pressure, heart rate and triglyceride levels by minimizing oxidation of LDL Cholesterol, reducing plaque buildup in arteries and preventing hardening of The Arteries.
Foods & Cardiovascular System
Circulatory System
• Chayote contain Potassium which keeps cells healthy which helps the body’s cells work properly.
• It relaxes both the nerves and muscles, supports blood circulation and nerve cell activity.
• Copper helps improve white blood cell count and is needed for efficient utilization of Iron (an essential hemoglobin, blood-building and transportation mineral), thus lowering chances of Anemia.
Foods & Circulatory System
Detoxification
• A diet rich in Potassium (such as Chayote) implies good blood pressure pArameters and prevents liquid retention.
Foods & Detoxification
Digestive System
• Chayote soluble Fiber can delay gastric emptying and slow the transit of food through the upper GI tract).
• It also promote satiety (the feeling of being full).
• Copper has properties that help kill harmful bacteria and reduce inflammation within The Stomach, making it a great remedy for ulcers, Indigestion and Infections.
• Copper is helpful in cleansing and detoxing The Stomach, proper elimination of waste and ensuring the absorption of nutrients from food.
• Copper ions in Water help to maintain a good balance of pH level in the body, making the body a conducive and healthy environment for beneficial bacteria, beneficial for Digestive issues and healing for intestinal ulcers.
Foods & Digestive System
Immune System
• Chayotes is a very good source of Vitamin C which can help to slow or prevent Cancer growth.
• Folates are important for cell division and DNA synthesis.
• Aglycone Flavonoid Polyphenolic anti-oxidants (such as apigenin and luteolin) help scavenge harmful oxygen-derived free radicals and reactive oxygen species (ROS) from the body that play a role in Cancer, aging and various disease processes.
• Copper has Anti-Microbial, anti-oxidant, anti-carcinogenic and Anti-Inflammatory properties which helps neutralize toxins.
• It helps improve white blood cell count (leukocytes) and having a high count of leukocytes means having a strong Immune System that is able to Fight against harmful and disease-causing microbes.
• Zinc stimulates the immune function by increasing the body’s response to bacteria and viruses.
Foods & Immune System
Infections
• Chayotes Zinc content can help accelerate the Wound healing process.
• It stimulates recovery after chronic Infections and restores and enhances the body’s ability to heal itself.
Foods & Infections
Intestine
• Chayote soluble Fiber holds moisture in stools (softening them) and help to alleviate Diarrhea.
• It slows the absorption of nutrients from the small intestine.
• It entrap bile salts and Cholesterol in the large intestine, thus protecting against belly fat accumulation.
Foods & Intestine
Metabolism
• Chayotes contain Copper which assists with healthy Thyroids.
• Copper supports the activity of the Thyroid Gland and it is involved in various biological reactions within our body (such as Zinc, Manganese, and Selenium Metabolism in Thyroid disease).
• Zinc is essential for good health as it plays a vital role in Protein synthesis and regulates the production of white blood cells as well as cell growth.
• It helps maintain normal blood sugar levels, stabilizes the basal metabolic rate (BMR).
Foods & Metabolism
Musculoskeletal System
• Chayote contain Copper which optimizes/supports the activity of the Thyroid Gland and helps preserve the myelin Sheath that surrounds and protects the nerves.
• It supports the growth process as it ensures proper use of Iron and participates in enzymatic reactions, in the formation of connective tissue.
Foods & Musculoskeletal System
Pregnancy
• When Folate is taken adequately before and during early Pregnancy, this Vitamin C an help prevent neural tube defects in the newborn babies.
Foods & Pregnancy
Weight Management
• Chayote is recommended by dieticians in Cholesterol controlling and weight reduction programs due to low calorie and rich Fiber.
Foods & Weight Management
The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of Chayote
The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA)
(per 100g) of
Chayote