Is eating pomelos effective for clearing internal heat?

Introduction: When it comes to pomelos, my impression is that it's a large type of citrus fruit. Moreover, there are many varieties of pomelos. Some have red pulp, some are Wendan pomelos, some are Qingtian pomelos, and so on. However, they generally grow in the southern regions of our country and are a tropical fruit that loves high temperatures. Is pomelo effective for clearing "internal heat"?

Is pomelo effective for clearing "internal heat"?

Pomelo contains many nutrients. It contains natural trace elements that are essential for patients with high blood pressure, and the pulp of the pomelo has almost no sodium. Therefore, pomelo is also the best dietary fruit for some patients with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases and kidney diseases. For some people with anemia and pregnant women, pomelo also helps the body absorb calcium and iron, effectively enhancing their physical constitution. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is believed that the pulp of the pomelo is cold in nature and sweet in taste, so it is very effective for clearing heat, resolving phlegm, strengthening the spleen, and aiding digestion. It also has a medical effect of stopping coughs, relieving asthma, and sobering up.

In addition, research has shown that eating more pomelos has a significant effect on lowering blood sugar and losing weight. For obese people, it can have the effect of fitness and beauty care. Furthermore, according to modern pharmacological analysis, the pomelo peel has anti-inflammatory effects, so regular consumption can have an auxiliary therapeutic effect on patients with diabetes and vascular sclerosis.

In China, pomelos may have been regarded to a certain extent as a type of medicinal herb to treat diseases. Some people also like to make pomelo tea in the summer, which is also very refreshing, cool, and heat-relieving.

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Pomelo is low in sugar, clears heat, and helps with weight loss

Pomelo tea is a very famous health drink in Korea. It is not only delicious and fragrant but also has effects such as clearing heat and cooling, relieving coughs and resolving phlegm, and nourishing beauty and prolonging life. It is a staple drink for office workers. Below, I will introduce the method for making Korean-style honey pomelo tea. Everyone, hurry up and make your own DIY.

First, of course, you need to go to the supermarket to buy a fresh golden pomelo or Hu pomelo, because these two types have a slightly milder bitterness. Then, buy a bottle of relatively light-flavored honey so as not to overpower the fragrance of the pomelo. It's best to also prepare rock sugar that is about one-fifth the weight of the pomelo. Then you can start with the following steps.

1. Wash the pomelo, soak it in water at 50 to 60 degrees Celsius for about 5 minutes. After drying, peel off the golden-yellow rind and cut it into fine shreds. The white pith on the pomelo rind should be as little as possible. This is a very time-consuming step, so be patient;

2. Peel out the pulp, remove the skin and seeds, tear it into small pieces, and then blend it into a puree in a blender;

3. Put the pomelo rind and pulp puree into a clean, oil-free pot. Add a small bowl of water and rock sugar, and simmer over low heat for about an hour until it becomes thick and slightly translucent. Then, boil over high heat to reduce the liquid, and remove from the heat to cool. Remember to stir frequently while cooking to prevent it from sticking to the pot.

4. When it has cooled to a warm temperature below 60°C, add honey and mix well.

5. Seal it in a high-temperature sterilized container and let it sit for ten to fifteen days before enjoying.

The pomelo tea might have a slightly bitter taste. It is said that the longer it is stored, the weaker the bitterness will become, and the unique texture and effects of the pomelo rind are precisely the essence of pomelo tea.

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Pomelo is cold in nature and has effects such as regulating qi, resolving phlegm, moistening the lungs and clearing the intestines, nourishing blood, and strengthening the spleen. It is an excellent fruit for nourishing the lungs in winter and relieving coughs in the later stages of a cold.

Because pomelo has low calories and is a "low-insulin" food, it is also a great food for weight loss. Scientists measured the glucose levels of 100 obese people and found that the reason for weight loss may be related to a decrease in insulin levels. This is because for normal people, eating foods that easily raise blood sugar causes the body to accelerate insulin secretion. Insulin promotes the absorption of blood sugar, which is then converted into fat. Pomelo can inhibit the secretion of insulin.

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