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NATURE & GASTRONOMY

 

 

 

  karanda fruits

 

Thailand

The berry-like fruits of the karanda, a species of flowering shrub with the botanical designation Carissa carandas.

 

They are rich in iron and Vitamin C, and are said to have certain health benefits. They purportedly reduce blood sugar levels, inhibit the growth of cancer cells, and prevent heart diseases.

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