Lesser-known health benefits of eating jamun!

Zee Media Bureau

New Delhi: We all love to eat this juice, purple fruit which is also known as the black plum. The fruit is loaded with several nutrients and has many health benefits which we might not be aware of.

Here are some lesser known health benefits of eating jamun:

Fight cancer

One should consume jamun daily as it helps in minimizes the risk of cancer as the fruit has several bioactive phytochemicals that include polyphenols. And these polyphenols contain anthocyanin which is known to fight cancer cells.

Good for skin

The fruit contains high quantity of Iron that purifies the blood, that keeps our skin clean and beautiful. It also helps to prevent acne, blemishes, wrinkles and pimples.

Helps digestion

Jamun contains rich amount of Vitamins A & C in it that detoxifies our body and also help in treating the digestive disorders like diarrhea, dysentery, vomiting and irritable bowel syndrome.

Good for eyes

This juicy purple fruit is good for eyes as it is a rich source of Vitamin C. It also helps the body to form and maintains connective tissue, including collagen found in the cornea of the eye.