Rich in vitamin A, B1, B2, B5 and C, it also brings important mineral salts to the body, such as potassium, calcium, phosphorus, sodium and iron. It has antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral action, aids digestion, fights worms, helps fight stress, anxiety and depression. The alkaline action of the fruit helps to control heartburn and stomach acidity. It also helps in the proper functioning of the metabolism and facilitates weight loss and maintenance. It also helps reduce blood pressure, improves circulation, helps with digestion and even prevents some types of cancer.
In cooking, it is a wild ingredient, as it can be used in both sweet and savory recipes, in which almost anything is used: the juice is used as a condiment in the preparation and savoring of fish, seafood and poultry; the rind can be used in pieces or in chips to make sweets, jams, puddings, candies, creams, fillings, syrups, ice cream, preserves and beverages in general.