{"id":161567,"date":"2022-07-20T10:48:45","date_gmt":"2022-07-20T10:48:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=161567"},"modified":"2026-04-02T11:54:44","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T11:54:44","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-water-apple","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-water-apple\/","title":{"rendered":"Water Apple: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects, And More!"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><head><meta http-equiv=\"Content-Type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\">\n<\/head><body><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e4d6bbc46ab\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e4d6bbc46ab\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-water-apple\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-water-apple\/#Nutritional_Value_of_Water_Apple\" >Nutritional Value of Water Apple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-water-apple\/#Properties_of_Water_Apple\" >Properties of Water Apple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-water-apple\/#Potential_Uses_of_Water_Apple_for_Overall_Health\" >Potential Uses of Water Apple for Overall Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-water-apple\/#How_to_Use_Water_Apple\" >How to Use Water Apple?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-water-apple\/#Side_Effects_of_Water_Apple\" >Side Effects of Water Apple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-water-apple\/#Precautions_to_Take_with_Water_Apple\" >Precautions to Take with Water Apple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-water-apple\/#Interactions_with_Other_Drugs\" >Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-water-apple\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-water-apple\/#References\" >References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n    <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/channel-health-talk\"\n       class=\"pe-healthtalk-banner\"\n       style=\"position:relative; display:block; margin:10px; border-radius:10px; border-bottom:2px solid #117B77; overflow:hidden;\">\n        <span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"position:absolute; left:0; bottom:0; width:2px; height:50%; background:#10847e;\"><\/span>\n        <img alt=\"Join Health Talk by PharmEasy on WhatsApp\"\n             src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/PEhealthtalk-1.png\"\n             style=\"width:100%; display:block; border-radius:10px;\">\n    <\/a>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><strong>Introduction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Water apple is a small, bell-shaped juicy fruit. It is glossy and pink to red in appearance with a sweet, low acidic taste and has white flesh with a rose-scented aroma. The luscious water apple is scientifically known as <em>Syzygium<\/em> <em>aqueum<\/em> and belongs to the botanical family <em>Myrtaceae<\/em>.<sup> <\/sup>The water apple plant is native to Indonesia and Malaysia and grows in all tropical regions of Africa and Southern Asia, including India and Thailand<a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/pdf\/10.1155\/2022\/7502185\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a><sup>,<\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepharmajournal.com\/archives\/2019\/vol8issue7\/PartL\/8-7-104-823.pdf\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Water apples are considered fruit crops. They were used in traditional and folk medicine systems due to their vast amount of essential nutrients. The common names of water apples are rose apple, Malabar plum, and plum rose<a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/pdf\/10.1155\/2022\/7502185\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a><sup>,<\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepharmajournal.com\/archives\/2019\/vol8issue7\/PartL\/8-7-104-823.pdf\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, readers come along with us to know more about this deliciously juicy fruit.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutritional_Value_of_Water_Apple\"><\/span><strong>Nutritional Value of Water Apple<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The water apple contains essential nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, fibre, carbohydrates and proteins. The water apple is a low caloric fruit due to its low fat and calorie content and high water content, which is approximately 90%<a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/pdf\/10.1155\/2022\/7502185\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>. The nutritional value of water apple is as follows:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Energy:<\/strong> 25 kcal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Carbohydrates:<\/strong> 5.7 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Proteins:<\/strong> 0.6 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fats:<\/strong> 0.3 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Calcium:<\/strong> 29 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Magnesium:<\/strong> 5 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Iron:<\/strong> 0.07 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Potassium:<\/strong> 123 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Phosphorus:<\/strong> 8 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Zinc:<\/strong> 0.06 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Manganese:<\/strong> 0.029 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Copper:<\/strong> 0.016 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamin B1:<\/strong> 0.02 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamin B2:<\/strong> 0.03 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamin B3:<\/strong> 0.8 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vitamin A:<\/strong> 17 \u00b5g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Properties_of_Water_Apple\"><\/span><strong>Properties of Water Apple<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The water apple contains various bioactive compounds that may show multiple biological properties that may benefit human health<a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/pdf\/10.1155\/2022\/7502185\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>. Water apples might have the following properties:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>It may have an antioxidant property (It may fight free radicals).\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It might have anti-fungal properties.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may show an anti-bacterial property.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It might have blood sugar-lowering properties.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may have pain-relieving properties.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may have anti-inflammatory properties.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may have anti-proliferative (might stop the spread of cancerous cells) activity.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may have a cholesterol-lowering ability<a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/pdf\/10.1155\/2022\/7502185\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a><sup>,<\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ejbps.com\/ejbps\/abstract_id\/4564\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote doc-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>In my view, eating water apples may have some incredible benefits for your skin. They are loaded with antioxidants that might help fight off those unwanted signs of ageing, like wrinkles. So, next time you\u2019re craving a snack, reach for a water apple and give your taste buds along with your skin a little extra love<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ejbps.com\/ejbps\/abstract_id\/4564\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/legal\/editorial-policy\/dr-siddharth-gupta-73\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Dr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S, M.D (Ayu)<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote><div id=\"sfa_container_161567\" class=\"sfa_container\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"sfa_overlay\"><\/div><button id=\"sfa_btn_161567\" class=\"sfa_btn\">Show Full Article<\/button><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Potential_Uses_of_Water_Apple_for_Overall_Health\"><\/span><strong>Potential Uses of Water Apple for Overall Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The water apple plant may have various medicinal properties. Traditionally various parts of the plant, including water apple fruit, were used for potential value<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ejbps.com\/ejbps\/abstract_id\/4564\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the potential uses of water apple are described as follows:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Potential Uses of Water Apple for Constipation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/castor-oil-for-constipation-375x250.webp\" alt=\"constipation\" class=\"wp-image-253525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/castor-oil-for-constipation-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/castor-oil-for-constipation-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/castor-oil-for-constipation-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/castor-oil-for-constipation-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/castor-oil-for-constipation-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/castor-oil-for-constipation-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/castor-oil-for-constipation-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/castor-oil-for-constipation-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/castor-oil-for-constipation-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Water apple may have beneficial properties associated with constipation. The water apple contains a good amount of dietary fibre, which may support the digestive system. It may help in the waste materials movement. These properties of water apple may be helpful to those who are facing irregular stools or constipation issues. This might help in the overall support to maintain a healthy weight<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ejbps.com\/ejbps\/abstract_id\/4564\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>. There is a need for further research to say that the water apples might benefit constipation.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Potential Uses of Water Apple for the Heart<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064552\/person-holding-anatomic-heart-model-educational-purpose-375x250.webp\" alt=\"heart\" class=\"wp-image-208287\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064552\/person-holding-anatomic-heart-model-educational-purpose-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064552\/person-holding-anatomic-heart-model-educational-purpose-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064552\/person-holding-anatomic-heart-model-educational-purpose-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064552\/person-holding-anatomic-heart-model-educational-purpose-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064552\/person-holding-anatomic-heart-model-educational-purpose-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064552\/person-holding-anatomic-heart-model-educational-purpose-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064552\/person-holding-anatomic-heart-model-educational-purpose-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064552\/person-holding-anatomic-heart-model-educational-purpose-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27064552\/person-holding-anatomic-heart-model-educational-purpose-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Water apple may be valuable against heart diseases due to its antioxidant activity. The bioactive antioxidant such as vitamin C present in the fruit may fight the free oxygen radicals. These free oxygen species are formed in the body during the food breaking down processes or when the body is exposed to certain radiations or while smoking. Vitamin C may help in reducing oxidative damage and thus may enhance the smooth functioning of the heart. It might also lower the chances of stroke and inflammation<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ejbps.com\/ejbps\/abstract_id\/4564\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The studies are insufficient, and further studies are required to support the potential use of water apple to overcome a stroke in humans.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Potential Uses of Water Apple for Diabetes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27063055\/hand-holding-blood-glucose-meter-measuring-blood-sugar-background-is-stethoscope-chart-file-375x250.webp\" alt=\"regulates blood sugar\" class=\"wp-image-208270\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27063055\/hand-holding-blood-glucose-meter-measuring-blood-sugar-background-is-stethoscope-chart-file-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27063055\/hand-holding-blood-glucose-meter-measuring-blood-sugar-background-is-stethoscope-chart-file-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27063055\/hand-holding-blood-glucose-meter-measuring-blood-sugar-background-is-stethoscope-chart-file-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27063055\/hand-holding-blood-glucose-meter-measuring-blood-sugar-background-is-stethoscope-chart-file-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27063055\/hand-holding-blood-glucose-meter-measuring-blood-sugar-background-is-stethoscope-chart-file-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27063055\/hand-holding-blood-glucose-meter-measuring-blood-sugar-background-is-stethoscope-chart-file-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27063055\/hand-holding-blood-glucose-meter-measuring-blood-sugar-background-is-stethoscope-chart-file-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27063055\/hand-holding-blood-glucose-meter-measuring-blood-sugar-background-is-stethoscope-chart-file-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/27063055\/hand-holding-blood-glucose-meter-measuring-blood-sugar-background-is-stethoscope-chart-file-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The potential anti-diabetic properties of water apple may be valuable for patients who have diabetes. A review<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ejbps.com\/ejbps\/abstract_id\/4564\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a> of scientific literature by Sridevi R et al.have stated that using water apple might lower blood glucose levels by enhancing the activities of specific carbohydrate metabolising enzymes. Other than the fruit of this plant, the studies have shown the positive effects of the leaf extract in lowering blood glucose levels due to the presence of specific bioactive compounds.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a need for more studies to establish the potential positive effect of water apple on diabetes.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Potential Uses of Water Apple for Sunstroke<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sunstroke-375x250.webp\" alt=\"sunstroke\" class=\"wp-image-254409\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sunstroke-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sunstroke-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sunstroke-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sunstroke-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sunstroke-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sunstroke-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sunstroke-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sunstroke-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sunstroke-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Water apples are composed of 90% of water. During the hot and the humid summers, water apple is an excellent choice of fruit which might help fulfil the feeling of thirst. It may also be effective in dealing with sunstroke. It might help remove the bad effect of dehydration by providing its usefulness in driving off the summer heat<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepharmajournal.com\/archives\/2019\/vol8issue7\/PartL\/8-7-104-823.pdf\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More research is needed to develop the effect of water apple on human health. People should always <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/online-doctor-consultation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">consult a doctor<\/a> before taking any herbal supplements. We advise you to not replace or discontinue any ongoing medications with any Ayurvedic preparation without consulting a doctor.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Other Potential Uses of Water Apple<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-375x250.webp\" alt=\"liver health\" class=\"wp-image-252298\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/liver-health-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Water apple may be helpful in overcoming liver diseases by helping detoxify the toxins of the body<a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/pdf\/10.1155\/2022\/7502185\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The anti-microbial activity of water apple may help against infection-causing bacteria<a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/pdf\/10.1155\/2022\/7502185\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The salted water apples may help to release the discomfort of the stomach and intestine<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepharmajournal.com\/archives\/2019\/vol8issue7\/PartL\/8-7-104-823.pdf\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Antioxidants like vitamin C and vitamin A are present in water apples. It might be effective in reducing the dryness of the skin<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ejbps.com\/ejbps\/abstract_id\/4564\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water apples contain a good amount of potassium. It may strengthen muscles and lower muscle cramps caused due to the low level of potassium<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ejbps.com\/ejbps\/abstract_id\/4564\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vitamin C of the fruit might enhance the white blood cell production in the blood and also may boost the immune system<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ejbps.com\/ejbps\/abstract_id\/4564\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water apple also contains vitamin B3, which might enhance the production of good cholesterol in the body by reducing the harmful fats and lipid molecules<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ejbps.com\/ejbps\/abstract_id\/4564\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Though there are studies that show the benefits of water apples in various conditions, these are insufficient, and there is a need for further studies to establish the true extent of the benefits of water apples on human health.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote doc-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>In the light of what I\u2019ve observed, water apples might help protect against various health conditions. This property may be attributed to it being loaded with polyphenols. These incredible compounds are found in abundance throughout the different parts of the plant and may offer numerous nutritional advantages. But that\u2019s not all\u2014polyphenols might also play a vital role in managing chronic diseases<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9168099\/\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/legal\/editorial-policy\/dr-rajeev-singh-70\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Dr. Rajeev Singh, BAMS<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Use_Water_Apple\"><\/span><strong>How to Use Water Apple?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Water apple is a colourful luscious fruit with a delicious sweet taste and rose-like aroma<a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/pdf\/10.1155\/2022\/7502185\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.<sup> <\/sup>The uses of water apple are given as follows:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Water apple is majorly used in the form of raw fruit.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may be used to form juice and jellies.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may be frequently used in fruit salads.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It may also be used in making jams, pickles, sweet beverages and squash<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepharmajournal.com\/archives\/2019\/vol8issue7\/PartL\/8-7-104-823.pdf\">2<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You should consult a professional doctor before taking herbal supplements. Do not replace or discontinue your ongoing medications with Ayurvedic or herbal preparations without consulting a qualified physician.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read:<\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-ice-apple\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em> Ice Apple: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects and More!<\/em><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Side_Effects_of_Water_Apple\"><\/span><strong>Side Effects of Water Apple<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No major study reports the side effects of water apples. Hence, more studies are required to confirm the side effects of water apple on human health.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if any harmful effects or discomfort are observed after having water apples, please get in touch with your Ayurvedic physician, who advised you to have the herb. They will provide the appropriate treatment to overcome the side effects.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-and-side-effects-of-jackfruit-seed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jackfruit Seed: Uses, Benefits and Side Effects By Dr. Rajeev Singh<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Precautions_to_Take_with_Water_Apple\"><\/span><strong>Precautions to Take with Water Apple<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Water apples might be safe when taken in a moderate dose. However, general precautions have to be followed.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Sufficient information is not available to suggest the safe use of water apples for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Thus, it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extra precautions must be taken while giving it to young children and older adults since their immune systems are weak and might develop reactions in the body.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read:<\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-mangosteen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em> Mangosteen: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects and More!<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interactions_with_Other_Drugs\"><\/span><strong>Interactions with Other Drugs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is not enough documented scientific evidence to indicate the interactions of water apple with other drugs. However, people should not assume that there are no interactions at all. Therefore, it is better to follow the advice of your Ayurvedic doctor. They will prescribe you the best way to have it.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760002973024\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What vitamins are present in water apple?\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Water apple vitamins include vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3 and vitamin C<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepharmajournal.com\/archives\/2019\/vol8issue7\/PartL\/8-7-104-823.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a><sup>,<\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/168171\/nutrients\"><sup>3<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760002982458\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the different names of water apples?\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Water apple is called by various vernacular names such as Bellfruit and Watery rose-apple in English, Gulaabijiamikaayalu in Telugu, Jambu and Panneer naval in Tamil, Jambakka in Malayalam, Vattenapple in Swedish, Asserjambuse in German, Tambis in Spanish, Jambu in Malay and Jambo in French<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ejbps.com\/ejbps\/abstract_id\/4564\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760002994011\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the different roles of vitamin C in water apple?\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Water apple contains a high amount of vitamin C. It may play an important role in free radical scavenging. It may boost immunity which might be beneficial to counteract cold. It might also enhance white blood cell production. However, insufficient studies on humans make it hard to tell the beneficial effects of water apple on humans<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ejbps.com\/ejbps\/abstract_id\/4564\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760003001104\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the medicinal uses of water apples?\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Water apples might be beneficial in constipation and other diseases. They may have effective detoxification properties for removing toxins from the body. And also might be helpful in dehydration due to its high water content. However, there are insufficient studies on humans to confirm its medicinal uses<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepharmajournal.com\/archives\/2019\/vol8issue7\/PartL\/8-7-104-823.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a><sup>,<\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ejbps.com\/ejbps\/abstract_id\/4564\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760003013119\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Does water apple have side effects during pregnancy?\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There is not enough scientific information regarding the side effects of water apple during pregnancy. Therefore, it is better to avoid it or take advice from a doctor.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"References\"><\/span><strong>References<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Yassir M, Bakrim W, Mahmoud M, Drissi B, Kouisni L, Sobeh M. Watery Rose Apple: A Comprehensive Review of Its Traditional Uses, Nutritional Value, Phytochemistry, and Therapeutic Merits against inflammation-related disorders. Hindawi. 2022 May 27;2022(7502185):1\u201317. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/downloads.hindawi.com\/journals\/omcl\/2022\/7502185.pdf\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/pdf\/10.1155\/2022\/7502185\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/pdf\/10.1155\/2022\/7502185<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Santhi Sirisha K, Shreeja K. Rose apple: A systematic review. The Pharma Innov J. 2019 Jun 27;8(7):673\u2013676. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepharmajournal.com\/archives\/2019\/vol8issue7\/PartL\/8-7-104-823.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/www.thepharmajournal.com\/archives\/2019\/vol8issue7\/PartL\/8-7-104-823.pdf<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. United States Department of Agriculture [Internet]. Rose apples, raw; 2019 Apr 1.[cited 2022 Jun 20]. Available from:<a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/168171\/nutrients\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/168171\/nutrients<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Sridevi R, Monisha P, Shabna E, Subhashri S. Phytochemistry And Pharmacology Of Syzygium Aqueum: A Critical Review. Euro J of Bio and Pharm Sci. 2018 May 15;5(6):271\u2013276. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ejbps.com\/ejbps\/abstract_id\/4564\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.ejbps.com\/ejbps\/abstract_id\/4564<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Yassir M, Bakrim WB, Mahmoud MF, Drissi B, Kouisni L, Sobeh M. Watery Rose Apple: A Comprehensive Review of Its Traditional Uses, Nutritional Value, Phytochemistry, and Therapeutic Merits against Inflammation-Related Disorders. Oxid Med Cell Longev. 2022 May 29;2022:7502185. doi: 10.1155\/2022\/7502185. Retraction in: Oxid Med Cell Longev. 2024 Jan 9;2024:9834349. doi: 10.1155\/2024\/9834349. PMID: 35677104; PMCID: PMC9168099. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9168099\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9168099\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Disclaimer<\/em><\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><em> The information provided here is for educational\/awareness purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a healthcare professional and should not be relied upon to diagnose or treat any medical condition. The reader should consult a registered medical practitioner to determine the appropriateness of the information and before consuming any medication. 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