Delicious Lo Ren star apple

Star apple is a wonderfully delicious fruit, reminiscent of mother's milk from childhood. There are many varieties of star apple, but the most famous on the market today is the Vinh Kim star apple from Tien Giang . This unique variety has a purple skin, and when cut open, the flesh is milky white with a wonderful, subtle aroma.

According to local legend, the Vinh Kim Blacksmith's Star Apple originated from a blacksmith in Long Hung commune. His name was Huyen Tru, and he lived there around the beginning of the 20th century. At a family gathering, he was given star apples as a gift by relatives. At the time, Huyen Tru didn't know what kind of fruit it was; when he cut it open, he only saw a milky white liquid inside. Because he found it delicious, he kept the seeds for his tenants to try planting. Although many people tried planting them, only the blacksmith, Ho Van Le, managed to get the seedlings to grow into large trees. The fruit was both unique and delicious, so quickly, people asked for seeds to plant, and it became a famous fruit throughout the region. At the same time, when people asked about the origin of the fruit, someone would reply, "It came from the blacksmith's workshop." Over time, the name Vinh Kim Blacksmith's Star Apple was formed. [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="600"] Delicious and fragrant Lo Ren Vinh Kim star apple, a specialty of Tien Giang. The season for Lo Ren Vinh Kim star apples lasts from around September to April of the following year. November and December are the peak ripening months. The ripe, plump, round star apples hanging from the branches are incredibly appealing. This type of tree is also very prolific, so if well cared for, the leaves will bend under the weight of hundreds of ripe, round fruits. Therefore, if you have the opportunity to visit Tien Giang during this season, you must take some time to visit Chau Thanh, explore the vast Lo Ren Vinh Kim star apple orchards, and select plump, juicy fruits as gifts for family and friends. Nowadays, Lo Ren star apples are grown by the people of Vinh Kim as a specialty crop, so they are meticulously cared for, and the harvesting process is also carried out scientifically and carefully to produce top-quality fruit for the market. Therefore, when it reaches the customer, the fruit retains its glossy skin, free from scratches or bruising, and is beautifully packaged. When you cut open a Vinh Kim Lo Ren star apple, you'll see a small amount of milky white juice oozing out. Inside, it has a high flesh-to-seed ratio, few small seeds, a characteristic mild aroma, and a sweet, refreshing taste. Not only is it delicious, but the Vinh Kim Lo Ren star apple also contains a high amount of vitamins and minerals beneficial to the body. That's why this fruit is so popular. Like many other fruits, star apples contain many vitamins and minerals beneficial to the body. According to traditional medicine, the components in star apples have good effects on human health; for example, the leaves can be brewed into a tea to treat stomach aches or joint pain, star apples help lower blood cholesterol, promote deeper sleep, and women who eat a lot of star apples will have younger, smoother skin. According to statistics, 100g of star apple flesh provides 67 kcal, and contains many vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, C… especially glucids, calcium, iron, fiber, protein and lipids. Lo Ren star apples are especially good for pregnant women, helping to supplement a significant amount of calcium and iron (nutrients that are extremely important for both mother and fetus). [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="600"] [Caption: Vĩnh Kim Blacksmith's Star Apple - Few Seeds, Lots of Flesh] An average star apple contains approximately 14.65mg of calcium and 2.34mg of iron. In addition to their diet, pregnant women should eat an extra 100-200g of star apple flesh daily to ensure good health and prevent anemia and rickets in the fetus. Star apples provide a rich source of carbohydrates, providing energy for a full day of activity and supporting better digestion. According to some recent studies, star apple leaves brewed into a tea-like drink help treat diabetes, rheumatism, and mild diarrhea. Star apple bark is said to be effective in reducing coughs, stomach pain, and restoring health. [Caption id="" align="alignnone" width="600"] [Caption: The sapodilla tree of the Vĩnh Kim blacksmith shop]