1. Anti-Cancer
Rambutan contains antioxidants. Studies conducted by the University of Chiang Mai in Thailand found that fruit, seeds and bark rambutan contains a powerful antioxidant called flavonoids. Several types of flavonoids is believed to reduce cholesterol, anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory.
2. Protect from the effects of free radicals
One of the compounds in the skin of the rambutan is Gallic acid. These compounds act as free radical scavengers.
3. Rich in Vitamin C
Rambutan is rich in vitamin C. If a person consumes 10 to 12 rambutan, he gained 75-90 mg ascorbic acid, two times more than the recommended amount in the daily menu. In addition to functioning as an anti-oxidant, vitamin C can prevent cell damage and helps the absorption of iron.
4. Formation of Blood
This sweet rambutan fruit contains a small amount of copper. This substance is necessary as a shaper of white blood cells and red blood cells. In addition, rambutan also contain iron that can prevent the occurrence of anemia.
5. Healthy Digestion
Rambutan also has fiber that can help to avoid constipation. In addition, rambutan can also kill the parasite in the intestines and helps relieve symptoms of diarrhea.