The Mammy Apple is this week’s local food feature. This large brown fruit is an excellent source of fiber and is rich in important vitamins and mineral the body needs to function efficiently
Mamey Apples are rich in vitamin C, which helps protect against inflammation and cell damage in the body. It can also help the body to produce red blood cells and connective as it contains large amounts of copper. It also contains the water-soluble vitamin B6, which helps promotes brain function, helps in protein metabolism, and promotes the health of the immune system. The fruit also contains iron, vitamin E, and vitamin A, potassium, riboflavin, calcium, niacin and manganese.
Eating mammy apples can also help to promote good gut health and support the digestive system as it contains lots of fiber. Its fiber and potassium content also help to promote heart health as fiber help to lower and regulate cholesterol and potassium helps to regulate fluid balance and blood pressure levels. Eating this fruit can also promote healthy skin and a healthy immune system.
Mammy apples can be eaten fresh of the tree, made into smoothies with dairy or a nut milk of your choice, and flavored with vanilla extract and cinnamon. It can be pureed with a dust of local spices, like cinnamon, allspice or nutmeg and made into a sauce or dip that can be used with meats. It can also be made into jam, jelly, preserves, or marmalade and can be a great addition to fruit salad with other fruits and greens.