Malta

Descriptions
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a tangy taste.

Description

Malta is a blood orange colored fruit cultivated in the hills of Uttarakhand in India. It is a winter fruit and resembles to orange in color and appearance. It was known as the "Maltese orange" in the time of the British empire.

Health benefits

Malta is a good source of vitamin C that helps in the development and repair of all body tissues.⁽¹⁾
It is enriched with vitamin C and helps to protect against diseases caused by vitamin C deficiency like anemia, joint pain, bleeding gums and loss of teeth.⁽¹⁾
It helps to boost the immune system and fights against diseases.⁽¹⁾
It is also effective for treating pneumonia.⁽¹⁾

Selection Guide

Look for firm Malta fruit, free from soft spots. Make sure its skin looks fresh and has no dark spots.

Resource & Links

(1) https://steemit.com/fruit/@anupbose/a-tasty-fruit-named-malta-is-full-of-vitamins-or-health-benefits-of-malta-fruit

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