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	Food Facts & Trivia: Star Fruit
		Star fruit causes several symptoms in patients with chronic renal failure or end-stage renal disease.
		The various star fruit subspecies contain different toxins, including a powerful neurotoxin that is suspected to accumulate in blood, cross the blood-brain barrier in chronic renal failure patients, and eventually cause irreversible damage.
		Star fruit intoxication is a neglected but serious fruit intoxication frequently observed in patients with chronic renal failure.
	www.foodreference.com /html/fstarfruit.html (429 words)

	All about the star fruit
		Star fruit is grouped as “cooling” in Chinese food beliefs and is taken to relieve sore throat, and alleviate hangovers.
		Star fruits will ripen at room temperature and have lightly brown edges on the ribs when it is ripe.
		The fruits of the tart variety, such as the B17, are usuallygolden- yellow and have narrowly spaced ribs.
	thestar.com.my /health/story.asp?file=/2006/11/15/health/15990366&sec=health (677 words)

	Carambola - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Its fruit, the carambola, more popularly known as star fruit, but also coromandel gooseberry, is a golden-yellow to green berry.
		When cut across it shows a 5-pointed (sometimes 6-pointed) star shape, hence the name, "star fruit." Star fruits are crunchy, and have a slightly tart, acidic, sweet taste, reminiscent of pears, apples, and sometimes grapes.
		The fruits are a good source of vitamin C.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Carambola (398 words)

	Star Fruit, Carambola
		Becoming increasingly popular in Western markets, the star fruit is a pleasure both to the taste, and to the eye.
		A small and slow-growing tree to 20-30ft, the star fruit is best adapted in the warm tropics from sea level to 2000ft, but can be grown in unusual conditions in the subtropics, provided the plant is protected from extreme cold.
		Star fruit's are susceptible to root rot under wet conditions, but they generally do well with moderate, year-round rainfall.
	www.tradewindsfruit.com /star_fruit.htm (278 words)

	Honolulu Star-Bulletin Features
		Henry Chow squeezes star fruit juice and flavors it with sugar and li hing powder.
		He also slices star fruit into strips or stars, sprinkles on li hing powder, then dries the fruit bits in a dehydrator for at least 12 hours.
		Star fruit can be served up in daiquiris, salads, with grilled fish and even in breads.
	www.starbulletin.com /97/09/24/features/story1.html (817 words)

	Carambola Growing in the Florida Home Landscape (Site not responding. Last check: )
		The fruit is a fleshy 4- to 5-celled berry with a waxy surface.
		Fruit are 2 to 6 inches (5-15 cm) in length, with 5 (rarely 4-8) prominent longitudinal ribs; star-shaped in cross section.
		Carambola fruit do not increase in sugar content after picking and so for optimum sweetness and flavor should be picked when fruit turn from green to a yellow color in the furrow between the ribs while the tips of the ribs (fins) remain green.
	edis.ifas.ufl.edu /MG269 (3941 words)

	Star Fruit -- ThaiTable.com
		Star fruit is shaped like a star or gear when sliced cross sectionally.
		When ripe, the fruit is yellow everywhere except for the edges of the star tips (which are green) and has a sweet mild taste.
		A star fruit tree can grow as big as an apple tree and it is best to pick them when they are at their peak of ripeness.
	www.thaitable.com /Thai/Ingredients/star_fruit.htm (122 words)

	For a superstar pasta dish, use star fruit and star anise \| www.azstarnet.com ®
		Besides their shape, star fruit and star anise don't have a lot in common: One is a tropical fruit; the other is an Eastern, licorice-scented spice.
		Star fruit, technically known as carambola, is sold in larger supermarkets, as well as produce markets and specialty stores.
		Star anise also can be found in larger supermarkets, as well as spice shops and the spice section of World Market stores (where a bag costs about $1).
	www.azstarnet.com /sn/printDS/122971 (594 words)

	Razzle Dazzle — Tropical Fruit
		Star apple (caimito) is a favorite in the Caribbean and central America, where it originated, as well as in southeast asia.
		The star apple is a round, baseball sized fruit that has a star-shaped core that becomes visible when the fruit is cut through its width.
		The star apple fruit usually comes in two forms, either the dark purple skinned variety with a red and purple pulp, or the green skinned variety with a clear white pulp.
	gotouring.com /razzledazzle/fruit/starapple.html (193 words)

	STAR FRUIT INTOXICATION IN URAEMIC PATIENTS
		Star fruit, an exotic seasonal fruit is believed to have originated in Ceylon and the Moluccas, but it has been cultivated in southeast Asia and Malaysia for many centuries.
		The extract of star fruit was injected in different quantities into the cisterna magna of mice or the intracerebroventricular cavity of rats and provoked convulsions.
		Although star fruit, like other fruits, probably has a high potassium content, we did not detect any alterations in serum potassium in the patients that were measured as described by other previous reports.
	www.uninet.edu /cin2003/conf/mmoyses/mmoyses.html (1297 words)

	Star Fruit, Carambola - star fruit facts - Food Reference
		The star fruit or carambola is a tropical fruit that is gaining popularity in the United States.
		Star fruits are an excellent source of vitamin C, is low fat, and naturally sodium and cholesterol free.
		Star fruits are great to eat out of hand as these tropical delights do not need to be peeled or seeded before eating.
	www.foodreference.com /html/art-star-fruit.html (603 words)

	Fruit & Nut Seeds": Fruit and nut plant seeds including papaya seeds, star fruit, chinese hackbury, hazel nut, ...
		Although its fruits are used in drinks and to make preserves, it is more sought after for its white shoots and silver undersides of leaves.
		Fruits are red or yellow and about 1 cm in size.
		Fruits are borne in clusters and make wonderful perserves and jams.
	ourworld.compuserve.com /homepages/anico/Fruitnut.htm (853 words)

	Fresh King Carambolas
		With its unique and tantalizing appearance and light, juicy taste, the star fruit is quickly making its mark as a consumer and foodservice staple- the perfect accompaniment to a fruit melange or an eye-pleasing garnish to almost any sophisticated dinner entrée.
		While the star fruit is indeed an interesting fruit to look at in its whole form, its true charm appears when it has been sliced crosswise, forming a perfect star.
		Whatever the venue, the star fruit, also known as carambola, is a tropical treasure to behold.
	www.freshking.com /carambola (87 words)

	Carambola, Star Fruit
		Star fruit does not need to be peeled.
		When sliced, star fruit’s unique shape adds beauty, style, and a sweet, tangy flavor to cocktails, and fruit or vegetable salads.
		Star fruit is an excellent source of vitamin C.
	www.truestarhealth.com /Notes/1688007.html (374 words)

	Star Fruit (Carambola) \| Gardening with Gary
		About a year or so ago, I took a couple of seeds from a star fruit - purchased in the produce section of the supermarket - and successfully germinated them.
		Fruit: Carambola fruits are ovate to ellipsoid, 2 1/2 to 5 inches (6 to 13 cm) in length, with 5 (rarely 4 or 6) prominent longitudinal ribs.
		The fruit is subject to fruit fly, fruit moths and fruit spotting bugs in those areas having these infestations.
	www.recipegoldmine.com /gardengaryS/star-fruit-carambola.html (964 words)

	AICR: Questions about Japanese Food, Star Fruit, and Mangosteen? (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Star fruit can be used in fruit or vegetable salads, or eaten on its own.
		When ripe, star fruit is juicy and fragrant, with a texture like a crisp apple.
		Star fruit is an excellent source of vitamin C. One medium fruit, a little less than one cup sliced, provides about 30 milligrams (mg) of the vitamin, at least a third of the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA).
	www.aicr.org /site/News2?abbr=pr_hf_&page=NewsArticle&id=10207&news_iv_ctrl=1090 (685 words)

	Glass Fruit
		Select from a variety of life size glass fruit and glass vegetables here.
		Pick your favorites or add some of our more exotic pieces to your collection.
		Home Unique Gift Ideas Children's Department Friendship Gifts Glass Flowers Glass Fruit
	www.etreasuresgifts.com /glassfruit.html (136 words)

	Star fruit - Star fruit could offer inexpensive source of antioxidants
		The star fruit, or carambola, is a member of the oxalis family.
		We observed six cases of patients in a dialysis programme who were apparently intoxicated by ingestion of star fruit.
		Star fruit could offer inexpensive source of antioxidants Residues from star fruit, a waste product from the juicing process, is a rich source of
	internetslurp.com /ieel/star-fruit.htm (222 words)

	Nikibone.com - Star Fruit Recipes
		Arrange sliced star fruit in bottom of a greased 9 inch cake pan as close together as possible.
		Put sliced star fruit, shallots, tomatoes, lemon grass and shredded kaffir lime leaves in the pan and season with fish sauce to taste.
		Cut 1 star fruit in half crosswise and squeeze 2 tablespoons juice, using a citrus reamer or juicer; set juice aside.
	www.nikibone.com /recipe/fruit/starfruit.html (2553 words)

	Lucky Star Cigarettes tradenote.net
		Specifications: We are the supplier of "Star Fruit" in Malaysia.
		We always supply the fresh and delicious "Star Fruit" throughout Malaysia.These juicy "Star Fruit" contains abundance of vitamin.It is very popular in Malaysia and its demand are very high due to the price are affortable.The shape of "Star fruit" are very attractive because it's shape looks like a "Star" and it is yellow in colour.
		If you are interested please kindly send an e-mail, fax or post your requirement to us.
	www.tradenote.net /star (441 words)

	Star Berry Cupcakes Recipe
		Fresh fruit and a dreamy, creamy frosting top these moist cupcakes.
		Arrange strawberries, cut side down, on each cupcake to form 5 ~ point star.
		Place 3 blueberries in center of each star.
	www.glendasattic.com /r3/des/sbc.htm (190 words)

	In the Kitchen: Star Fruit and Black Bean Salsa \| ethmar.com (Site not responding. Last check: )
		What I have found thus far is that star fruit seems to be highly seasonal and not available everywhere.
		Star fruit does not need to be peeled, and as the name suggests, it's star-shaped when sliced.
		Place the star fruit slices across the top of the dish as a festive garnish.
	ethmar.com /ethan/food_drink/recipes/2006/08/26/star_fruit_and_black_bean_salsa (508 words)

	Welcome to FreshPlaza
		The star fruit, a tropical fruit also known as carambola, is gaining popularity in the United States.
		Today, star fruit flourishes in south Florida and Hawaii, where they are able to grow in warm environments and are an excellent source of vitamin C. Two types of star fruits are grown -- tart and sweet.
		Non-ripe star fruit should be turned often, until they are yellow in color and ripe with light brown ribs.
	www.freshplaza.com /2006/16feb/2_us_starfruit.htm (300 words)

	Star Fruit, Carambola, Averrhoa carambola
		The fruit's flavor ranges from very sour to mildly sweetish and tastes something like a mix of apple, pineapple, and kiwi fruit.
		Fruits: Showy, oblong, longitudinally 5- to 6-angled fruits, 2 1/2 to 6" long and up to 3 1/2" wide, have thin, waxy, orange-yellow skin and juicy, crisp, yellow flesh when fully ripe.
		Fruit flies, fl beetles, stinkbugs, nematodes, anthracnose, leaf spot, and sooty mold.
	www.floridagardener.com /pom/Carambola.htm (280 words)

	Favorite Brand Name Recipes
		This fragrant fruit is small and oval-shaped ranging from 3 to 5 inches long with four to six deep lengthwise grooves.
		Ripe fruit should be stored at room temperature for two to three days or refrigerated, unwashed, in a tightly covered container or plastic bag for up to one week.
		Star fruit is easy to prepare, because it does not require peeling or seeding.
	www.fbnr.com /ECguide/ECGhtml/83315.htm (317 words)

	Favorite Brand Name Recipes
		This fragrant fruit is small and oval-shaped ranging from 3 to 5 inches long with four to six deep lengthwise grooves.
		Ripe fruit should be stored at room temperature for two to three days or refrigerated, unwashed, in a tightly covered container or plastic bag for up to one week.
		Star fruit is easy to prepare, because it does not require peeling or seeding.
	www.favoritebrandrecipes.com /ECguide/ECGhtml/83315.htm (317 words)

	5 A Day: Fruit and Vegetable of the Month: Star Fruit \| DNPA \| CDC (Site not responding. Last check: )
		The star fruit or carambola is a tropical fruit that is gaining popularity in the United States.
		Star fruits are an excellent source of vitamin C, is low fat, and naturally sodium and cholesterol free.
		Non-ripe star fruit should be turned often, until they are yellow in color and ripe with light brown ribs.
	www.cdc.gov /nccdphp/dnpa/5ADay/month/star_fruit.htm (729 words)

	SFW Launch
		The fruit, vegetables and plants have evolved in many different ways; some by the design of Celeriac but others, especially in the more remote areas, quite naturally.
		Over the centuries many rumours have circulated about the existence of the Star Fruit, but the lack of evidence means that he remains a mythical figure.
		He mobilises his forces, which include his dreaded Grenadilla Guards, in an attempt to capture the Star Fruit with the intention of subjecting him to his latest invention -a machine that will transfer Carambola's knowledge and power into his own body.
	www.starfruitwars.co.uk /sfwlaunch.html (713 words)

	Ventura County Star Fruit - Avocado, Citrus, Minor Subtropicals, and Soils/Water - Ventura County
		The star fruit, or carambola, is a member of the oxalis family.
		The golden-yellow fruit is 3 to 8 inches long and 2 to 4 inches in width with an star shaped cross section.
		Competition from importation into California would appear to be limited due to the severe fruit fly problems associated with star fruit and the inability to retain the desired crispness characteristic of star fruit through sterilization processing.
	ceventura.ucdavis.edu /Agriculture265/Star_Fruit.htm?$=259 (754 words)

	Star fruit may offer cheap source of antioxidants
		Residues from star fruit, a waste product from the juicing process, is a rich source of extractable antioxidants, says research from Singapore.
		Star fruit (Averrhoa carambola L.), also known as carambola, are grown extensively in Southeast Asia, Australia, South America, Hawaii and Southern Florida.
		Sales of star fruit from Florida were estimated at $17.1 m in 1996.
	www.foodnavigator.com /news/ng.asp?n=66420-star-fruit-antioxidant (460 words)

	Cook's Thesaurus: Common Tropical Fruit
		The pulp clings desperately to both peel and seed, and it usually turns into a mushy mess by the time you free it.
		Despite this, the mango is one of the most popular fruits in the world.
		star fruit = starfruit = carambola = five-angled fruit = five corners = Chinese star fruit = tree melon Notes: Star fruit have a clean, crisp texture, and they make terrific star-shaped garnishes when sliced.
	www.foodsubs.com /Fruittro.html (885 words)

	ABQjournal: Pretty Carambola Star of Fruit Bowl
		DESCRIPTION: Star fruit is an elongated oval fruit 2 to 5 inches long, surrounded by five lengthwise ribs.
		Star fruit tinged with green can be a bit under ripe, but will quickly ripen at room temperature.
		Star fruit can be made into jams, jellies, preserves, pickles, relishes, and even beverages and hot dishes.
	www.abqjournal.com /food/food08-13-03.htm (2689 words)

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