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11 Uncommon 'Super Fruits' You Can't Wait To Try

Guava is a perfect fruit to add to your diet during the summer time.

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11 Uncommon 'Super Fruits' You Can't Wait To Try
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GMOs, MSGs, gluten-free, Paleo? Try to remember the last day you had where you didn't find yourself confronted with one of these topics. It's been a while, hasn't it? In a society where the food industry is developing at an increasingly rapid pace, consumers are left with the bittersweet taste of confusion. People are finding themselves faced with more fad diets, processed foods and never-ending lists of "ingredients to avoid" than ever before. So, to to help keep your diet fresh, new and delicious, here are 11 uncommon super fruits you'll want to try ASAP.

1. Rambutan

Native to Malay Archipelago (uh, wait where?). This fruit is considered super by its ability to decrease fat, generate red and white blood-cell count and treat common illness from diabetes to prevention of cancer. It's also great for your hair, skin and bones. So really, what doesn't it do? Taste is closest in comparison to grapes, but be warned: If you eat it wrong, you're looking at a coma or death. Calories: seven/fruit

2. Jabuticaba

Native to South America. Jabuticaba is high in vitamins, protein and antioxidants but low in fat. This fruit can be used as a detox, to treat asthma, diarrhea and aging. Best in Jams and Liquers! Calories: 93/cup

7. Papaya

Native to the tropics, papaya is rich in Vitamin A and C, folate, fiber, magnesium and potassium. One cup of papaya fulfills more than your daily value of vitamin C. This Fruit helps fight cancer, heart disease, inflammation, muscular degeneration and certain cancers. Calories: 67/fruit

8. Durian

Native to Southeast Asia, Durian has slow-growing popularity due to its unattractive look and smell. However, the taste is just as good as the benefits. This fruit is high in energy, vitamins, minerals, fiber and tryptophan. Its benefits include, digestive health, cancer prevention, epileptic episodes and fight infections. However, the calories ring in at a whopping 885 per fruit! Yikes!

9. Mangosteen

Mangosteen is native to Southeast Asia and was long illegal in the US until recent years. This fruit is low in calories and high in fiber but also contains no saturated fat or cholesterol. The list of beneficial nutrients includes; Potassium, vitamin C, vitamin B-complex, vitamin A, magnesium, manganese and xanthones. This impressive list of nutrients helps fight stroke, coronary heart disease, infections, skin disorders and cancer. Calories: 158/cup

10. Longan

Longan is native to Asian countries and is very similary to lychee fruits. It is high in vitamin C, vitamin A, antioxidants, iron, phosphorus, potassium and other minerals. This fruit has one of the longest list of health benefits. Including: anti-depression, nerve function, prevention of cell damage, cancer and increased blood circulation. Calories: two/fruit

11. Guava

Guava is a perfect fruit to add to your diet during the summer time. With five times as much skin healing power (vitamin C) than oranges, it's exactly what you need during a few months of sun bathing. It is also high in antioxidants and is known to fight food born pathogens, which may help save that vacation in Mexico you have planned. Calories: 38/fruit

Is your mouth watering yet? Head to your closest Whole Foods or fruit market to get your hands on these delicious fruits. They can be hard to find, but your body and your taste buds will thank you. Happy eating!

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