Tinda

Also Known As : Indian squash, Round melon, Apple Gourd

Technical Name : Benincasa Fistulos. / Praecitrullus Fistulosus

Descriptions
details

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has mild flavour, similar to cucumber.

Usage Tips

Tinda can be stuffed with spices and cooked.
It can also be added to curries and stir-fries.

Common names and forms

Round gourd

Description

Tinda is hybrid of green apple and pumpkin and has round lopsided shape. It has semi-prickley hair all over the skin which can be of green,yellow and brown color. It has white flesh with pale yellow seeds.

Health benefits

Tinda consists of water and high amounts of fiber which helps in relieving digestive problems.⁽¹⁾
It is very good for the skin as it provides hydration to the skin.⁽¹⁾
It contains antioxidants which help in preventing cancer causing radicals.⁽¹⁾

Selection Guide

Avoid buying soft or rubbery tinda.

Note

Excessive consumption of tinda lowers the blood pressure level and also affects the body semen production.⁽²⁾

Resource & Links

(1,2) https://www.google.co.in/amp/s/drhealthbenefits.com/food-bevarages/fruits/health-benefits-of-apple-gourd/amp

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