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Jamuns or jambools are the fruits you usually find at your local fruitwallas stall with the onset of the monsoons. They look like larger versions of the black grapes and have a deep bluish colour and a seed in the centre. They can be quite messy to eat and you may notice that after you have gobbled a few, you have a blue tongue. Nevertheless, they are a rich source of vitamin A and vitamin C. In India’s grueling summers, these fruits give a cooling effect to our systems which make them even more worthwhile to consume during the peak of the summer season.

According to some of the best research studies, jamun is believed to be one of the best medicines for the treatment of diabetes. A diabetic person can indulge in jamuns to control his /her blood sugar levels.

It is believed that Lord Ram sustained on only jamun for the fourteen years that he was in exile. So, in many states of India especially Gujarat and Maharashtra, it is known as the ‘Fruit of the Gods’.

Another notable fact about jamuns is that they have absolutely no trace of sucrose. This makes them one of the few fruits in the world with minimum calories. This sweet and sour fruit also has blood purifying qualities and works wonders on your digestive system.

To choose the best quality of jamuns, always look out for the slightly plump, round and pulpy fruits. The key is to choose the softer fruit which is sweeter to taste. Jamuns should be stored in a refrigerator and can stay up to three days.