May boost your mood

Cherimoya is a good source of vitamin B6 (pyridoxine). In fact, one cup (160 grams) of the fruit contains 24 percent of the RDA (RDI). Vitamin B6 is required for the production of neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine, which help control your mood.

This vitamin deficiency may lead to mental problems. In fact, low vitamin B6 levels in the blood have been related to depression, particularly in older persons. In one research of elderly persons, vitamin B6 deficiency was shown to double the risk of depression. Eating foods like cherimoya may help minimize your risk of depression caused by vitamin B6 deficiency by increasing your levels of this vital nutrient.