The whole plant including the fruit, stem and leaves contains multiple nutrients and has anti-inflammatory properties that can aid in the treatment of high-blood pressure, kidney stones and indigestion. Chayote can also help support weight loss efforts, as it is low in calories and fibrous. In the present time, different people have been innovating sayote, adding it to tea and some pastries. The skin is rough but the flesh is smooth, it exudes some sticky white liquid or a sap when raw. Sayote is usually steamed, stir-fried or boiled.