Pitanga - 11 Benefits of this exotic and nutritious fruit.

Originally from the Atlantic Forest region of Brazil, but also found in other parts of South America, such as Paraguay, Argentina and Uruguay. It comes from a medium-sized tree that produces small fruits that vary in color from red to orange when ripe.
The scientific name of Pitanga is Eugenia uniflora. It belongs to the Myrtaceae family. The Pitanga has been used in traditional medicine in many cultures for its healing properties.
It is a fruit that contains many nutrients, such as vitamins A, B and C, calcium, phosphorus and iron, which help combat premature aging, alleviate the symptoms of arthritis and prevent the development of cardiovascular diseases.
Furthermore, Pitanga helps maintain healthy skin and maintain good vision, and is also very useful for losing weight, nourishing and reducing fluid retention and swelling in the body. Pitanga can be enjoyed fresh or used in sweets, jellies, ice cream and juices. The harvest season for this fruit ranges from October to January and it can be found both natural and in frozen pulp in supermarkets.