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It contains 20% carbohydrates, mainly glucose and fructose. This makes it a good source of energy: a small custard apple of 200 grams provides 172 calories. It is, however, a food with a low energy density: it provides few calories in relation to its volume, which means that satiates more than other foods that provide as many or more calories

At the same time it is very nutritious, because vitamins and minerals are highly concentrated in its pulp. It contains abundant B vitamins and vitamin C, as well as good amounts of potassium, calcium and iron, and although in very low proportion also zinc, iodine, copper and manganese

The nutritional composition of this fruit, as well as its content in specific phytochemical compounds, are associated with a number of health benefits

• Regulates blood pressure
• Strengthens bones and muscles
• Fights anaemia
• Combats Anaemia
• 200 grams of custard apple provide 8% of the iron needed per day
• It helps to prevent anemia
• It is a good source of iron
• Facilitates digestion
• It helps digestion
• Its enzyme content and its portion of soluble fiber helps protect the intestinal flora