Dragon fruit has many benefits and may be one of the most attractive fruits on the planet. With its unusual scaly and stunning reddish outer surface enclosing a milky white flesh with specks of black seeds, it immediately makes me smile. Not all dragon fruit fits this description; some have pink or yellow skin and/or red flesh, but they are eye-pleasing just the same! This sweet fruit has its roots in the cactus family, but in Southeast Asia, which is its native home, the locals assign the term “dragon” to it—aka dragon pearl fruit, green dragon, or dragon crystal. In Hindu, dragon fruit is called pitaya, and it is revered for its sweetness, crunchy texture, and health benefits: 1. High in fiber The high fiber content of dragon fruit serves numerous purposes, including helping to lower cholesterol, assisting with regularity, contributing to colon health, and helping to detox the body. 2. Rich in antioxidants This fruit is …