Today's lesson focuses on the unique tropical fruit, Star Fruit, also known as Carambola. Discover its star-shaped appearance, health benefits such as antioxidants and fiber, and culinary versatility in salads, desserts, and more. Learn where Star Fruit grows and how it can support your well-being.

• Star Fruit
• Nutrition
• Health Benefits
• Culinary Uses
• Growth Regions

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Exploring the Nutritional Benefits and Culinary Uses of Star Fruit

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1. WHAT WE ARE WHAT WE ARE LEARNING TODAY LEARNING TODAY Today we will be learning about Carambola, or its nickname, Star Fruit! Who has tried a starfruit before?

2. DID YOU KNOW? DID YOU KNOW? When cut horizontally, it appears in the shape of a star. Star fruit is a tropical fruit, and requires high humidity and a lot of rain to grow. You can eat all of the fruit, including the skin.

3. NUTRITION NUTRITION NUGGET NUGGET Star fruit has a lot of antioxidants and contains Vitamin C, and can help to treat infections caused by bacteria. Starfruit is full of fiber and can help your digestive system. Star fruit has potassium which can help control your heart rate and blood pressure.

4. TASTY TIPS Star fruit is best when eaten raw, but can also be made into forms of jams, jellies, and juice. You can also try them in salads, desserts, and sauces!

5. WHERE DOES WHERE DOES IT GROW? IT GROW? Florida grows about 90% of the Star Fruit that comes from the United States. It is also grown in Hawaii, Puerto Rica, Southeast Asia and Malaysia.