Seasonal Fruits to Eat in May

Introduction: May marks the beginning of summer, and a wider variety of fruits become available in the market. It's always best to eat fruits that are in season, so let's take a look at some healthy, nutritious, and delicious seasonal fruits for May.

Guava

Guava is the best fruit for antioxidants. It is exceptionally high in Vitamin C, with over 330 milligrams per 100 grams of fresh fruit. It is also rich in Vitamins A and B, minerals, fiber, and essential trace elements like potassium, calcium, phosphorus, and iron. It is also packed with protein and lipids, which can provide energy. Regular consumption can combat aging, expel toxins from the body, boost metabolism, and regulate physiological functions.

Red Banana

Red bananas contain a large amount of carbohydrates and other nutrients. They can satisfy hunger, supplement nutrition and energy, protect the gastric mucosa, and promote bowel movements.

Mango

Mangoes are extremely nutritious. Their Vitamin A content is as high as 3.8%, which is twice that of apricots. Their Vitamin C content also exceeds that of oranges and strawberries. Mangoes contain sugars, proteins, and essential nutrients like calcium, phosphorus, and iron.

Red Guava Mousse Cake

Cherry

Cherries "ripen before all other fruits" and are rich in carbohydrates and protein, as well as calcium, phosphorus, iron, and various vitamins. Their iron content is particularly high, reaching 6-8 milligrams per 100 grams—20-30 times higher than in apples, oranges, and pears. Their Vitamin A content is 4-5 times higher than in apples, oranges, and grapes. Eating cherries can promote hemoglobin regeneration and has anti-cancer properties.

Mulberry

Mulberry, also known as mulberry fruit, was a delicacy for Chinese emperors over 2,000 years ago. It is rich in active protein, Vitamin A precursors, B1, B2, PP, C, amino acids, malic acid, succinic acid, tartaric acid, carotene, and minerals like calcium, phosphorus, iron, copper, and zinc. It is hailed as "the best health fruit of the 21st century." Regular consumption of mulberries can boost the human immune system and has anti-aging and beautifying effects.

Cherry Cheesecake

Cherimoya

Cherimoya is highly nutritious, containing large amounts of protein, carbohydrates, Vitamin C, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus. Due to its high calorie content, it can effectively replenish energy. It also has various functions such as beautifying the skin, strengthening bones, and enhancing immunity, making it suitable for both meals and as a snack. However, due to its high sugar content, it is not advisable for those on a diet or with diabetes to consume it in large quantities.

Strawberry

The sugar, protein, and Vitamin C content in strawberry flesh are 7-10 times higher than in apples and grapes. Its content of malic acid, citric acid, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B12, carotene, calcium, phosphorus, and iron is also 3-4 times higher than in apples, pears, and grapes. Taiwanese people call strawberries "living vitamin pills," and Germans praise them as "magical fruit," which is not without reason. The nutrients in strawberries are easily digested and absorbed by the body, and eating them won't cause you to catch a cold or get "heaty," making them a healthy food suitable for all ages.

Strawberry Daifuku

Litchi

The flesh of lychees is rich in glucose and sucrose, with a total sugar content of over 70%, ranking it among the highest of various fruits. It serves to replenish energy and increase nutrition. Research has shown that lychees have a nourishing effect on brain tissue and can significantly improve symptoms like insomnia, forgetfulness, and fatigue. It can also enhance the immune function and has long been regarded as a precious tonic.

Hami Melon

Hami melon is a summer fruit that helps to relieve the summer heat. Its nutritional value can rival that of watermelon. According to measurements, besides having lower water and protein content than watermelon, its other nutritional components are no less, and its content of aromatic substances, minerals, sugar, and Vitamin C is significantly higher than that of watermelon. Eating more Hami melon is beneficial for the activities of the heart, liver, and intestinal system, and promotes endocrine and blood-forming functions.

Litchi and Loofah Stir-fry