Goraka (Garcinia cambogia) ගොරකා

The Goraka/Garcinia tree has the following health benefits in the body

Treats obesity– This fruit is a natural remedy for obesity. The hydroxycitric acid in it helps in breaking in burning down the fats in the body system leading to weight reduction. Also, the same acid helps in suppressing the pangs of hunger hence reducing the uptake of food that leads to massive weight gain. The fact that this fruit does not contain sugar or calories, when consumed it does not result in weight gain.

*Reduces cholesterol– the hydroxycitric acid reduces the cholesterol levels in the body. This is why the fruit should be taken soon after the major meals. This makes the fruit home and a natural remedy for the treatment of hypertension and other cholesterol-related conditions in the body.

*Diabetes– The fruit produced by the goraka tree is essential in home management and control of blood sugar. The fruit does not contain glucose hence ideal for lowering blood sugar thus when combined with a proper diet replaces the counter medicine for diabetes.

* Digestion-related issues– This fruit is best for digestion-related issues such as constipation and bowel problems. This is made possible by the presence of fiber and water in the fruit that enhances digestion.

*Cancer– The fruit is a good source of antioxidants that blocks the multiplication and spreading of the cancer cells. The fruits work for colon, prostate, and breast cancer.

*Anti-inflammatory properties- The fruit has some anti-inflammatory properties that help in preventing inflammatory diseases.

*Weight Loss (obesity) – since Goraka is rich in hydroxycitric acid, it helps lose weight by reducing fat and suppressing the desire for food.