1. Pear:
Appearance characteristics: The appearance of the pear is conical or round, the skin color is mostly yellow-green or yellow-brown, sometimes with a red halo, the skin is smooth, and the flesh is delicate.
Taste and texture: The taste of pears is sweet, juicy and refreshing, and the flesh is soft but not sticky to the teeth.
Nutritional value: Pears contain protein, fat, sugar, crude fiber, calcium, iron and other substances. It has the effect of lowering blood pressure, relieving cough and reducing phlegm, nourishing blood and muscle, nourishing yin and clearing heat. Pears are rich in sugars and vitamins that have a positive effect on liver protection and digestion.
Season and origin: Pears are marketed in large quantities during the cold dew season, and are produced in a wide range of regions, including Asia, Europe, North America and other regions.
Eating suggestion: Pears are suitable for patients with high blood pressure, heart disease, hepatitis, liver cirrhosis, etc. For people with high blood pressure and people with symptoms such as dizziness, heart palpitations, tinnitus, etc., regular consumption of pears can reduce symptoms. Pears can also protect the liver and help digestion, and have a good therapeutic effect on patients with hepatitis and liver cirrhosis.
2. Citrus:
Appearance characteristics: Citrus has a spherical or oblate spherical appearance, smooth skin, bright color, mostly orange-yellow.
Taste and texture: Citrus is sweet and sour, juicy and crunchy on the palate.
Nutritional value: The fruit, peel, pit and root of citrus have different pharmacological effects. It is rich in a variety of nutrients, and has the effects of clearing the lungs and moistening the throat, removing fire and relieving dryness.
Season and origin: Citrus is most abundant in autumn and is produced all over the world, including Asia, the Americas and other regions.
Eating suggestion: Eat citrus during the cold and dew solar terms, and it is best to pay attention to the effect of clearing the lungs and moistening the throat, removing fire and stopping dryness. It can be eaten not only as a fruit, but also as a juice or other food products.
3. Pomegranate:
Appearance characteristics: Pomegranates have a round appearance, a thick, usually red skin, and many small protrusions on the skin.
Taste and texture: Pomegranate has a sweet and sour taste, juicy fruit and a slightly sour taste.
Nutritional value: Pomegranate is warm and sweet, rich in nutrients. It has the effect of shengjin liquid and quenching polydipsia, and is suitable for people with dry mouth and throat and endless thirst. Pomegranate can also clear away heat and detoxify, moisten the lungs and relieve cough, kill insects and stop dysentery, and has curative effects on pediatric chancre, long-term diarrhea and dysentery.
Season and origin: Pomegranates are marketed during the cold and dew solar terms, and the main production areas include Asia, the Mediterranean coast and other regions.
Serving suggestion: Pomegranates can be eaten fresh fruits, or they can be drunk by mashing juice or decoction. It can not only moisturize the mouth, relieve the discomfort of dry mouth and throat, but also have the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, moistening the lungs and relieving cough, killing insects and stopping dysentery. It is especially suitable for those who have dry mouth and throat, polydipsia, and people who suffer from pediatric chancre, long-term diarrhea and diarrhea.
4. Grapefruit:
Appearance characteristics: The appearance of grapefruit is round or slightly oblate, and the skin is thick, usually yellow or pale yellow.
Taste and texture: Yuzu has a sweet and sour taste, juicy flesh, and a refreshing taste.
Nutritional value: Grapefruit is rich in folic acid, vitamin C, minerals, dietary fiber and active substances. It has the effect of lowering blood sugar, reducing blood clots, etc. However, grapefruit is cold, and it is not advisable to eat more people with spleen deficiency and poor stomach, otherwise it may cause diarrhea. In people who are in good health, excessive consumption of grapefruit may also cause diarrhea.
Season and origin: Yuzu is marketed during the cold dew solar term, and the main production areas include Asia, America and other regions.
Suggestion for use: Yuzu can be eaten as is, or it can be made into juice. It has the effect of regulating qi and dissolving phlegm, moistening the lungs and clearing the intestines. Due to the cold nature of grapefruit, people with spleen deficiency and poor stomach should eat it in moderation to avoid causing diarrhea. At the same time, for people with poor blood sugar control, grapefruit may affect the absorption of the drug, so it should be consumed with caution.
5. Mulberry:
Appearance characteristics: Mulberries are round or oval in shape, and the skin is dark purple or black.
Taste and texture: Mulberries have a sweet and sour taste, juicy fruits, and a slightly sweet and sour taste.
Nutritional value: Mulberry is sweet and sour, cold and rich in a variety of nutrients. It has the functions of nourishing the liver and kidneys, nourishing the blood and nourishing the body, nourishing the fluid and quenching the wind, moistening the intestines and laxative. Mulberries are also rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, which help boost immunity and slow down aging.
Season and origin: Mulberries ripen in summer, and the main production areas include Asia, Europe and other regions.
Suggestions for use: Mulberries can be eaten as is, or they can be made into juices, jams, etc. It has the effects of nourishing the liver and kidneys, nourishing the skin and moisturizing the skin, and enhancing immunity. It is suitable for people with liver and kidney insufficiency, anemia, constipation, etc. Due to the cold nature of mulberry, people with spleen and stomach deficiency should eat it in moderation to avoid causing diarrhea or spleen and stomach discomfort.
6. Grapes.
Appearance characteristics: The grape is a small round or oval berry that usually grows in bunches and comes in a variety of colors, such as red, green, purple, etc. The skin is smooth and the flesh is juicy.
Taste and texture: The grapes are sweet and sour, juicy and crunchy on the palate, and the flesh is soft and elastic.
Nutritional value: Grapes are rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin B6, glucose and sucrose. It is also rich in fiber and antioxidants such as polyphenols and flavonoid compounds. Grapes are also a natural source of fruit sugar, providing energy.
Season and origin: Grapes ripen in summer, mainly in Europe, Asia, America and other regions. Different varieties of grapes have different ripening seasons, and fresh grapes are usually available in summer and autumn.
Suggested use: Grapes can be eaten as is, or they can be used to make juices, wines, jams, etc. It can be used as a snack, as an ingredient in fruit salads, or in baking and cooking. Grapes have the effects of tonifying the liver and kidneys, invigorating qi and blood, generating jin liquid, and facilitating urination. Raw food can nourish yin and remove annoyance, mash juice and add cooked honey to decoction and ointment, and take it with boiling water, which has a good effect on heat and thirst. After grapes are made into dried fruits, the iron and sugar content is relatively increased, which is a good tonic for children, women and people with infirm anemia.
7. Hawthorn.
Appearance characteristics: Hawthorn is a small fruit, usually round or oval in shape. The peel is red or orange in color, sometimes with tiny spots. The fruit has a small pit in the middle.
Taste and texture: Hawthorn has a sweet and sour taste, juicy and crunchy on the palate, with a hint of sour flavor.
Nutritional value: Hawthorn is rich in vitamin C, vitamin E, dietary fiber and minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium and potassium. It also contains some special compounds, such as triterpenoid enoic acids and flavonoids, which have the effect of lowering blood pressure and cholesterol.
Season and origin: Hawthorn ripens in autumn and is mainly produced in Asia, Europe and other regions.
Suggested use: Hawthorn can be eaten as is, or it can be used to make jams, juices, candies, etc. It is believed to have the effects of eliminating food and strengthening the stomach, promoting qi and blood, stopping dysentery and lowering blood pressure. Hawthorn also has the effect of eliminating body fat and reducing fat absorption, which is suitable for people to eat. Hawthorn is high in calcium, making it suitable for pregnant women and children, helping to meet calcium needs.
8. Bananas.
Appearance characteristics: Banana is a long fruit with a curved shape. Its coat is usually yellow in color, but there are also some varieties that are green, red, or purple. The flesh is white or yellowish.
Taste and texture: Bananas have a strong aroma and sweetness. The flesh is soft and delicate, with a smooth taste that is easy to chew and digest.
Nutritional value: Bananas are rich in vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, dietary fiber and natural sugars. It also contains some antioxidants, such as flavonoids and polyphenolic compounds. Bananas are a low-fat, low-cholesterol, and low-sodium fruit.
Season and origin: Bananas are available all year round, and the main production areas include tropical and ** zones.
Suggested use: Bananas can be eaten as is, or they can be used to make banana shakes, banana bread, fruit salads, etc. It is believed to help increase the number of white blood cells, improve immune system function, and increase the body's ability to fight disease. It is especially suitable for the sick and the elderly to enhance the body's ability to resist diseases and prevent viral infections such as colds and flu.
9. Sugarcane.
Appearance: Sugarcane is a long, cylindrical fruit with a pale yellow or pale green appearance. It has a smooth epidermis and sweet juice inside.
Taste and texture: Cane juice is rich in sweetness and refreshing on the palate with a subtle sweet flavor.
Nutritional value: Cane juice is rich in sugar, vitamin C, calcium, iron and dietary fiber. It also contains some beneficial plant compounds such as polyphenols and flavonoids.
Seasons and origins: Sugarcane matures from summer to autumn, and the main production areas include tropical and **zone regions.
Suggested use: Sugarcane juice can be drunk directly, or it can be used to make cane sugar, sugarcane drinks, etc. Sugarcane juice is believed to have antipyretic, invigorating, moisturizing, nourishing and other effects, and is helpful for symptoms such as dry mouth, insufficient fluid, dry stool, high fever and thirst. Eating more sugarcane during the cold dew season can play a role in cooling and rejuvenating.