There are distinct differences between southern almonds and northern almonds in several ways. First of all, they differ in origin and taste, and are usually divided into sweet almonds and bitter almonds;Secondly, their effects are also different, sweet almonds have the effect of tonifying and moistening the lungs, while bitter almonds have the effect of moistening the intestines and laxative, relieving cough and reducing phlegm, let's take a look at the details.
First, the origin is different.
Southern almond generally refers to sweet almond, which is mainly produced in the southern region of China, such as Hebei, Beijing, Shandong and other places, in addition, there is also a small amount of cultivation in the northeast. The northern almond is mainly produced in the northern regions of China, such as Inner Mongolia, Jilin, Liaoning and other places, so it is also called bitter almond.
Second, the efficacy is different.
Southern almonds and northern almonds also have significant differences in efficacy. Almond has the effect of moistening the lungs, relieving cough and moistening the intestines. Compared with the northern almond, the cough suppressant effect of the southern almond is slightly weaker, but it is longer than moisturizing dryness, and the effect of moistening the lungs and intestines is better. And it is non-toxic, which is more suitable for daily health care use.
The northern almond has the effect of relieving cough, relieving asthma and reducing phlegm, and moistening the intestines and laxative. Compared with southern almonds, northern almonds have a better cough suppressant effect, mainly because northern almonds contain amygdalin, which can be converted into hydrocyanic acid in the body, which has a central antitussive effect. Because of this, bitter almonds are poisonous, and the dosage should not be too large, and it is not recommended for daily health use. In order to reduce the toxicity of bitter almonds, they are generally used peeled.
Third, the taste is different.
There are also significant differences in taste between southern and northern almonds. Southern almonds have a sweet taste, while northern almonds have a bitter taste. This is due to the fact that southern almonds contain more sugar, while northern almonds contain more bitters.
Fourth, the appearance is different.
Southern almonds and northern almonds also have certain differences in appearance. The fruit of southern almond is larger, mostly oblate or oblate-ovate, and there are many longitudinal grooves on the surface. The northern almond fruit is smaller, mostly conical or oblong, and has nodulous protrusions on the surface.
Fifth, the nutritional value is different.
There are also certain differences in the nutritional value of southern almonds and northern almonds. Southern almonds are rich in protein, fat, sugar, carotene and other nutrients, and have high nutritional value. The northern almond contains more bitters and volatile oils and other components, which has good medicinal value.
To sum up, there are obvious differences between southern almonds and northern almonds in terms of origin, efficacy, taste, appearance and nutritional value. In daily life, one can choose the right type of almond for edible or medicinal use according to one's needs and tastes.