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Yellow Dragon Fruit Nutrition
What Is Yellow Dragon Fruit?
But what exactly is a yellow dragon fruit, and is it healthy? And will yellow dragon fruit help you poop? Read on to learn everything you need to know about the unique fruit.
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According to the USDA, 1 cup of dragon fruit contains:
Yellow dragon fruit is actually part of the cactus family. Native to northern South America, the fruit is different in color than the red dragon fruit, but it doesn’t have any nutritional differences when compared to the more common variety. Both yellow dragon fruit and red dragon fruit are antioxidant-rich and packed with nutrients like calcium, iron, vitamin A and vitamin C.
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They are also both high in fiber. One cup of dragon fruit contains 6 grams of fiber. This is about 21% of your daily fiber needs, making them a great source of fiber that can act as a laxative andhelp relieve constipation. So yes, TikTok is right: Dragon fruit can help you poop. But there are some things to keep in mind before you run to your Trader Joe’s produce section.
The growing dragon fruit trend is getting touted as the best new “detox” for your body. AtEatingWell, we want to make it clear that you do not need a detox to help you poop, flush out toxins or for other nutritional reasons. By following a healthy eating pattern and lifestyle habits, you can help support your body’s natural detoxification processes (i.e., your kidneys and liver) and digestive system. Plus, going to the bathroom for extended periods of time is a cause for concern and may lead todehydration, nausea, stomach discomfort and more, which doesn’t sound too pleasant.
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The Bottom Line
If you’re looking for a fiber-rich fruit that can help keep your digestive tract in check, dragon fruit—yellow or red—can be a good option. You can eat it as is, or you can enjoy your sweet dragon fruit in smoothies, nice cream or in thisCoconut-Cream Fruit Salad. That said, it’s not necessary to “detox” your body or to spend hours on end in the bathroom. Be sure to talk to your doctor about any symptoms you’re having or before trying something new.
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