The Delectable and Healthy Maja

by: AngelBert Encoy

Maja is one of the most popular Filipino desserts. It is usually served with small kernels of sweet corn inside and topped with flakes of roasted coconut meat. Often, it will also have shredded cheddar cheese on top. To become more exciting and nutritious to eat, there are other flavors of Maja tjat can be cooked like Squash, Maja Blanca with Mango, Maja Ube and Pina Maja Blanca.

Maja is perfect for those people who are aiming to lose some weight. This contains just the right amount of calories and carbohydrates that our body needs. It also has Vitamin C that will help to prevent colds, protects the body’s immunity, and defends us from health risks such as: Cardiovascular Diseases, prenatal health problems, eye disease and even skin wrinkling. Of Course, Maja is cooked with Coconut Milk that contains calcium to help us build and maintain strong bones.

Maja Blanca can be cooked in different flavors, making it even more nutritious. The squash Maja has low calories; rich in vitamins that will help us prevent cancer and obesity. The vitamins in Squash help us to maintain good eyesight, healthy colon, a healthy heart and strong bones. Aside from that, it also helps us to improve digestion, reduce sweet cravings, and also contains antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties.

Spiny on the outside, sweet on the inside, pineapples are one of the most fantastic fruits that can also be one of the ingredients of Maja. It contains high amount of Vitamin C and manganese which is important for antioxidant defenses. It is also fat- free, cholesterol-free and has dietary fiber which is essential in keeping your intestines healthy. Maja can also be cooked with mango and there are many health benefits that we can derive from it. According to a research, mango has rich antioxidants which help in fighting against colon, breast, prostate cancers and leukemia. It lowers blood cholesterol and clears skin. It also maintains healthy eye and alkalizes the whole body.

Maja Blanca is not just a great dessert, but is also nutritious. The different versions and flavors of maja are very good for our health. Now you can enjoy great food at the same time maintain your good health.