SHERBET BERRY (PHALSA)

      Phalsa, also known as Indian sherbet berry with the botanical name Grewia asiatica, tops the list of exotic fruits in our country. The phalsa tree is native to India and grows and develops naturally in tropical Southeast Asian countries such as India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh and Thailand. It is a seasonal crop, the main fruiting period of which is summer. Fresh only for a short time after harvest, so they need to be eaten quickly.

Description :
     The phalsa tree, short and shrubby, has elongated, thin and pendulous branches, its leaves are broad, oval and deciduous, with yellow-orange flowers when ripe. Ripe phalanges have a dark purple to black outer skin with a lighter, fleshy interior. Similar in appearance and taste to grapes, these fruits are also stone fruits and are presented in branched grapes with a characteristic bittersweet, bittersweet taste.

Nutrition :

100Gm Of Fruit Contain :

  • Protein : 1.57gm
  • Fat : 0.1gm
  • Ash : 1.1gm
  • Carbs : 21.1gm
  • Fiber : 5.53gm


Vitamin & Minerals :

  • Thiamin
  • Riboflavin
  • Niacin
  • Ascorbic Acid
  • Vitamin A
  • Calcium
  • Iron
  • Phosphorus
  • Potassium
  • Sodium


Benefits :
Corrects Electrolyte Imbalances :

     Being inherently high in sodium, falsa plays an important role in balancing the main ions, namely sodium, potassium and chloride, in the blood. Acts and thus corrects electrolyte imbalances.

Effective Treatment For Anemia :
     Phalsa contains high amounts of iron, a mineral that controls synthesis as well as blood circulation between organs and tissues in the body. Anemia, eating ripe fruits increases iron levels and fights dizziness and fatigue.

Relieves Joint Pain :
     The antioxidant content of falsa fruit confers anti-inflammatory properties to immature fruits, which are extremely important in relieving severe bone pain, arthritis and osteoporosis at the same time. Helps increase joint mobility.

Natural Cooling Effect :
     The high water content makes this delicious summer fruit the perfect choice to chill a warm body on a hot day or when sick, squeeze out phalsa juice, add some brown sugar and sip on this dessert sorbet for instant relief. sweltering heat.

Respiratory Disease Treatment :
     Consuming phalsa fruit juice along with lemon and ginger essence is an excellent healing method for relieving unpleasant lung conditions such as asthma, bronchitis, colds and coughs.

Control Blood Sugar Level :

     Phalsa fruit are blessed with antioxidant polyphenols, and also with a low glycemic index. Eating a serving of lettuce mixed with phalsa or a small glass of shark after a meal will help prevent blood sugar spikes. This tremendous blood pressure lowering effect makes phalsa ideal for combining to inorporate into diet.

Hypertension Medications :
     Bestowed with the beneficial minerals potassium and phosphorus, phalsa works wonders in lowering blood pressure when it rises above normal. accumulation of lipids in the blood and blocking cholesterol in blood vessels to avoid cardiovascular diseases such as atherosclerosis, arrhythmias, heart attacks, and to increase heart function.

Effective Treatment For Malaria :
     Malaria is a seasonal mosquito-borne disease that affects many children and adults, especially during the wet monsoons. Adding a small portion of phalsa fruit to your regular diet provides valuable antipyretic or pain relievers. relieve the symptoms of body pain, fever, and malaise that are common during episodes of malaria infection.