{"id":500,"date":"2025-08-19T11:04:14","date_gmt":"2025-08-19T11:04:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hortadamaria.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=500"},"modified":"2025-10-31T10:46:48","modified_gmt":"2025-10-31T10:46:48","slug":"chuchu-verde-uni","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/hortadamaria.com\/en\/product\/chuchu-verde-uni\/","title":{"rendered":"Green Chayote (Uni)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Cultivated since ancient times, chayote is very popular in Brazilian cuisine and is an excellent source of vitamins and antioxidants. The vegetable belongs to the pumpkin family and can be prepared in a variety of ways, from soups to stir-fries, the latter being the most popular.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Below, learn about the health benefits of chayote and how to consume it properly:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Nutritional properties of chayote<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">chayote stands out for its richness in nutrients, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Antioxidants<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Calcium<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Iron<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Fibers<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Match<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Magnesium<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Potassium<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Vitamin A<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Vitamin B<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Vitamin C<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Zinc<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Benefits of chayote for the body<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">See what chayote is for below:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Fight cancer<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Because it contains vitamin C and\u00a0<a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ativosaude.com\/especialistas\/radicais-livres-x-antioxidantes-como-eles-atuam-no-nosso-corpo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">antioxidants<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 which fight free radicals that oxidize cells \u2013 the vegetable helps reduce the risk of cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">For the bones<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">The large amount of magnesium and phosphorus in chayote strengthens bones and, consequently, combats the onset of diseases such as osteoporosis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">For the heart<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">The presence of vitamin B9 prevents the accumulation of the amino acid homocysteine and, consequently, strokes and other heart problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Combats aging<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"es\" xml:lang=\"es\">Chayote is good for you<\/span><span lang=\"es\" xml:lang=\"es\">\u00a0for the skin because it has antioxidants that fight free radicals and lead to skin aging. It also\u00a0<a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ativosaude.com\/saude\/acnes-espinhas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">improves acne<\/a>\u00a0by controlling oil production.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Strengthens the immune system<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">Vitamin C and zinc are nutrients that strengthen the body&#039;s natural defenses, reducing the chance of contracting infections such as colds and flu.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">For diabetes<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">The fibers present in chayote help maintain blood sugar levels, making them suitable for diabetics.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Combats anemia<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">One of the benefits of chayote is vitamin B2 and iron, which stimulate the production of red blood cells, which is scarce in cases of anemia.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">For the heart<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">potassium present in figs combats\u00a0<a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ativosaude.com\/saude-do-coracao\/hipertensao-arterial-mitos-verdades\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">high blood pressure<\/a>\u00a0because it balances the amount and action of sodium in the body.<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<p lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\">Nutritional Declaration<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<table border=\"0\" width=\"445\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"col\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Nutritional composition<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">(100g of edible part)<\/span><\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Raw Chayote<\/span><\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Cooked Chayote<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Energy (kcal)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">17<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">19<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Water (g)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">94,8<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">94,6<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Protein (g)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">0,7<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">0,4<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><abbr data-tip-content=\"Os L\u00edpidos s\u00e3o nutrientes compostos por unidades b\u00e1sicas denominadas de \u00e1cidos gordos e t\u00eam fun\u00e7\u00f5es importantes no nosso organismo, tais como a renova\u00e7\u00e3o e integridade celular, produ\u00e7\u00e3o e armazenamento de energia, prote\u00e7\u00e3o de v\u00e1rios \u00f3rg\u00e3os e s\u00edntese de algumas hormonas. Veja mais informa\u00e7\u00e3o sobre\u2026\" data-link-url=\"\/glossario\/lipidos\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Lipids<\/abbr>\u00a0(g)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">0,1<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><abbr data-tip-content=\"Macronutriente que deve representar a principal fonte de energia da nossa alimenta\u00e7\u00e3o. Veja mais informa\u00e7\u00e3o na \u00e1rea &quot;Nutrientes&quot; deste site.\" data-link-url=\"\/glossario\/hidratos-de-carbono\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Carbohydrates<\/abbr>\u00a0(g)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">4,1<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">4,8<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Fiber (g)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">1,3<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">1<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><abbr data-tip-content=\"O pot\u00e1ssio \u00e9 um mineral importante para o nosso organismo. Participa na regula\u00e7\u00e3o dos flu\u00eddos corporais, \u00e9 fundamental para o sistema nervoso e participa na contra\u00e7\u00e3o muscular. \u00c9 encontrado em produtos hort\u00edcolas, frutas e carne.\" data-link-url=\"\/glossario\/potassio\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Potassium<\/abbr>\u00a0(mg)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">126<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"color: #000000;\">54<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3 lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\">Name<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\">Green chayote<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3 lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\">Conditions of Conservation and\/or Use<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\">Store in a cool, dry place<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3 lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\">Origin<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"pt-pt\" xml:lang=\"pt-pt\">Portugal<\/span> \u2013 West Zone<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span lang=\"es\" style=\"color: #000000;\" xml:lang=\"es\">ActiveHealth Credit<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Horta da Maria&#039;s mission is to help Portuguese families improve the quality of the food they consume, always supported by the philosophy of bringing consumers the best national products, sourced directly from the producers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The best fruits, vegetables, groceries and baskets delivered to your home only with Horta da Maria!<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One unit with approximately 250g<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":600,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[19,21],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-500","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-cabazes-a-medida","7":"product_cat-legumes","9":"first","10":"instock","11":"taxable","12":"shipping-taxable","13":"purchasable","14":"product-type-simple"},"aioseo_notices":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/hortadamaria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/500","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/hortadamaria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/hortadamaria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/hortadamaria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/500\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hortadamaria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/600"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/hortadamaria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=500"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hortadamaria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=500"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hortadamaria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=500"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hortadamaria.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=500"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}