
African pear or bush pear is a native fruit of West Africa mainly found in southeast Nigeria, popularly called Ube. It is interesting to eat it with roasted or cooked corn. It is pink when unripe but turns dark purple when ripped; it is butter-like when roasted or dipped in hot water and is enjoyed by all. 1. Rich in Antioxidants The fruit is essential in microbial activities as an antioxidant, anti-microbial, and anti-sickle cell disease. These antioxidant and anti-microbial properties in bush pears are very active and practical at the new state and even when boiled. They help to slow the effects of microorganisms on the body and ward off disease-causing organisms in the human body. 2. Boosts Immune System Bush pears help improve immunity due to vitamin C, which allows the immune system to resist certain diseases and maintain healthy immunity. Immune-boosting property in African bush pear comes from vitamin C and essential minerals that act as antioxidan...