African pear or bush pear is a native fruit of West Africa mainly found in southeast Nigeria, popularly called Ube.
- Rich in Antioxidants – African Pear is essential in microbial activities as an antioxidant, anti-microbial, and anti-sickle cell disease. These antioxidant and anti-microbial properties in bush pears are very active and practical at the new state and even when boiled. They help to slow the effects of microorganisms on the body and ward off disease-causing organisms in the human body.
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Boosts Immune System – Bush pears help improve immunity due to vitamin C, which allows the immune system to resist certain diseases and maintain healthy immunity.
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Promote Skin health – They are rich in oil which contains several nutrients in the green-colored part. When purple flesh can helps treat some skin diseases such as ringworm, craw-craw, and related others.
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Lowers High Blood Pressure – Bush pears have tiny clustered seeds enclosed by mesocarp, which is also nutritious and helps reduce blood pressure and the risk of stroke. Eating at least five portions of fruits per day, including African pears or related, is advisable due to their potassium contents that help lower high blood pressure and prevent the risk of stroke.
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Prevents Cancer – Regular consumption of African Pear helps fight against cancer because of the presence of phytochemicals, a micronutrient that fights against diseases in the human body.
