Nutrition and Health Benefits of Eating Durian

• Durian is a strong blood cleanser and a powerful aphrodisiac.
• The roots and leaves of durian are used for preparing traditional medicines for curing fevers and jaundice.
• The decoction prepared from leaves and fruits, is helpful for treating swellings and skin diseases.
• The rind of durian is burned and the ash is consumed by women after childbirth.
• Due to the high levels of amino acid tryptophan, durian is known to alleviate anxiety, depression and insomnia.
• By raising levels of serotonin in the brain, it helps in creating feeling of happiness.
• It is highly useful in lowering cholesterol.
• It is a good muscle builder, due to its high content of soft protein.
• Durian is a good source of vitamin C that helps in developing resistance against infectious agents and scavenges harmful free radicals.
• It contains simple sugars like fructose and sucrose and some simple fats that replenish energy and revitalize the body instantly. Hence, durian is highly effective as a supplement food for underweight children.
• Apart from iron, lack of folate can also lead to a type of anemia called pernicious anemia. Durian, being a good source of folate, helps in producing normal red blood cells (RBC).
• Durian aids in regulating blood sugar level, due to its rich manganese content.
• By promoting a normal appetite, durian helps in producing hydrochloric acid in the stomach, thereby assisting in proper digestion of food.
• Packed with nutrients, durian helps in increasing energy, endurance, mental clarity and cellular health.
• It enhances libido, thereby revitalizing the desire for sexual intimacy.