By: Kevin Jay AdayaIt is nature among us Filipinos to be fond of eating. We make food the subject of every date, meetings, gatherings or just a simple meet up. How much more if the food we love is abundant to the place we live in, wouldn’t it be enjoying the pleasure at the comfort of our home?
August is considered as the month special for Davaoenos for we celebrate the feast of Kadayawan, a celebration of the bounty harvest for the entire year. Among the fruits celebrated and enjoyed not only by its people but also by tourists and friends around the world, are Durian, Marang, Pomelo, Mango, Lanzones, and many other fruits that will surely satisfy our craving. First on the list is the King of all fruits, Durian; it has that strong smell that lingers long after the fruit has been removed. However, due to its overpowering smell, it is not allowed for any kind of public transportations. Despite being a smelly fruit, durian is extremely healthy; it contains iron, Vitamin C, and potassium. But, it is advised to not eat them a lot. Durian has a lot of varieties and it can’t only be seen here in the Philippines but also in Malaysia, Indonesia, Borneo, Sri Lanka, Southern India, Cambodia, Thailand who is known to be the biggest exporter of the fruit, and the southern Chinese island Hainan. Durian can transform as delicacies or desserts like candies and ice cream. Many had experienced eating durian and no one can explain its unique taste and smell. Marang is a native in the Philippines and in some parts of Palawan and Borneo. It’s like a durian that has a weird smell but less pungent and like a small version of durian. It is similar to a jackfruit except for its sweet taste. After eating the whole fruit, you can roast or boil the seeds for a snack. It is advised to consume it as soon as it is opened because it quickly oxidizes and loses its flavor. According to studies, it is an effective natural treatment for constipation because it regulates the bowel movement of one’s body. Marang is not recommended for exportation; it requires being stored for a long time. Tourists approved the sweet taste despite the strong smell of the fruit. The #1 fruit exported here from the Philippines is Pomelo. The greenish skin is soft, easy to peel, and in fact, very fragrant and the inside looks like a giant pink grapefruit. It is a part of the citrus family that has a sweet variety. Even though it is large for one person, you can still consume it on your own. Filipinos use salt to partner it while eating, but eating it on its own still tastes great. It has a high level of water, so it is good to bring during hikes or treks. As it is a citrus fruit, it is particularly rich in Vitamin C and potassium and contains several minerals, as well as protein and fibers that are perfect for someone who is on a diet. Pomelo is a healthy, unique addition to your healthy food varieties. Lanzones who look like grapes or potato because of its yellowish skin is native to Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand and the Philippines. A lot of people love lanzones considering it is sweet, and most of it is seedless. Some may have just one or two seeds. Also, lanzones has benefits; it has lots of fibers, antioxidants, and vitamin A that are great for protecting your eyesight and skin. In conclusion, lanzones is worth trying for it is tasty and beneficial for your health. Lastly, if there’s a King of all fruits we also have the Queen of Fruits, Mangosteen; it is a tropical fruit with a slightly sweet and sour flavor and sometimes referred to as purple mangosteen because of its skin, but its fruit has a white fleshy pulp, segmented with seeds. Mangosteen is used locally as medicine; all the parts of the plant like the seeds, fruit rind, leaves, and barks are used. It can turn into tea, capsule, and coffee. Mangosteen is a rich source of antioxidants and vitamins that protects the body from various diseases, especially cancer, though this may be contestable. It is also used for stimulating the immune system and improving mental health. Do you see your favorites mentioned here? Live close to all of them here in Mindanao and come home to Camella. Visit www.camella.com.ph and find the township closest to your most loved things, and where you could feel safe and bloom. You may also contact 0917 563 9617, and let us help you home.
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