Health benefits of Jaam (Syzygium cumini)

Syzygium cumini (Black plum) is a very popular fruit of summer in Bangladesh. Though for its English name there are many debates: somewhere it's called Black berry, it's just the mistranslation and wrong name for this tropical fruit. Because Black berry is completely a different fruit from an unrelated family to Syzygium cumini.


Somewhere it's called Black plum. But it's known as jambul, jambolan, jamblang or jamun largely. However, but in our country Syzygium cumini is known as 'Jaam' in Bengali. It's from the evergreen tropical plants.

The unripe fruits are seen solid green, becomes all black when they got ripe completely. And between these two colors reddish magenta is one, when this fruit are on their middle age. I mean half ripe fruits are seen reddish magenta. Usually from the first part of June to middle of July Syzygium cumini are available to buy in our market places. It's very rich in various types of nutrients and also beneficial for health.

It's very easy to take because like other fruits it doesn't need to unpeel before consume. Its sweet creampie taste is favorite to all aged people. Along with many more benefits this sweet tropical fruit is very useful for our hair and skin health.

Here are some benefits health benefits of Syzygium cumini - Reduces the risk of diabetes: Syzygium cumini has been used in the treatment of diabetes as traditionally. It's low gamma glasmic index is good for diabetes, which has proven scientifically. Have found in several analysis that it helps reduce blood sugar levels by up to 30%.

Increases immunity: It contains plenty of nutrients such as calcium, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Therefore, it works incredibly to increase immunity. It's calcium also helps to strengthen the bones of the body and repairs various internal damages of our important body organs, like: Kidneys and heart.

Reduces the risk of heart disease: Syzygium cumini contains algae acids or algitanians, anthosyanin and anthosyanidinens which act as inflammatory to have good heart. These ingredients work as strong antioxidants, prevent cholesterol to produce in our blood vessels and thus prevent heart disease caused plaque formation. Also helps to prevent hypertension, as it contains plenty of potassium. Per 100 gm Syzygium cumini contains 55 gm potassium.

Helps against infections: From long ago bark, leaves and seeds of syzygium cumini trees have been used to treat bacterial infections. Malic acid, gallic acid, oxalic acid and tannin are also found in these plants. And that's why this plant and its fruit work as malaria-resistant, anti bacterial and gastro protective.

Increase good digestion level: In Ayurvedic medicine, syzygium cumini leaves are used to treat diarrhea and ulcer. It is also used in the preparation of medicines for oral health problems. It removes bad breaths, makes strong gums and teeth and helps to prevent the toothache. There are also lots of water and fiber in syzygium cumini, which help to keep us hydrate and skin healthy.