🥒 Chayote: The Gut-Friendly Green You Might Be Overlooking

Have you met chayote yet? This wrinkled, pear-shaped squash is quietly making waves across wellness circles—and it’s time we gave it a proper spotlight.

🔍 What It Is

Chayote (Sechium edule) is a nutrient-dense member of the gourd family, native to Mesoamerica and now grown globally. It’s technically a fruit, but behaves like a veggie in the kitchen—think zucchini meets cucumber with a subtle crunch.

💚 Why It Matters

- Low in calories (~39 per squash)

- High in fiber, vitamin C, and folate

- Contains myricetin—a flavonoid linked to heart health and anti-inflammatory effects

- Supports gut health, blood sugar balance, and hydration

🌿 Whole-Plant Power

- Shoots and leaves: great in stir-fries

- Tubers: cook like potatoes

- Seeds: soft and nutty when steamed

🥗 Kitchen Versatility

Chayote can be spiralized raw into salads, sautéed with garlic and herbs, stuffed like a bell pepper, or blended into soups. It absorbs flavor beautifully and adds a gentle crunch or creaminess depending on how it’s prepared.

💡 Ripple Potential

Chayote fits beautifully into our “Food is Medicine” philosophy. It’s affordable, versatile, and gut-friendly—ideal for grocery hacks, Skool challenges, and community recipes.

👥 Have you tried chayote

Any prep tips, flavor pairings, or cultural traditions we should know about? Drop your wisdom below—let’s crowdsource the best ways to bring this green gem to life.

Check out this YouTube video for more on this secret weapon:

https://youtu.be/sglFN2eMGGY?si=cLODiac-LHrvB-pT

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