The effects and functions of the fruit of the sky_The effects and functions of the fruit of the sky

The naming method of Xiangtian Fruit is very similar to that of Chaotian Pepper, both of which are named according to the growth status of the food. It is precisely because Xiangtian Fruit bears fruits facing upwards that it looks energetic. The size of the Xiangtian fruit is not small, and the fruit is wrapped in a tough skin. We need to peel the skin carefully to see the core inside. So what are the effects and functions of Xiangtian fruit?

Sky fruit belongs to the Meliaceae family and originates from the Solomon Islands in the South Pacific.

The fruit of the Chinese angelica sinensis has a cool nature, relieves heat and is astringent, without any side effects. It is a very rare plant. The "Malaysian Herbal Catalogue" records that the fruit of the Chinese tomentosa tastes bitter, astringent, and cool in nature. It has antipyretic and astringent effects, and the seed kernel is strong.

Sky fruit can effectively treat common diseases in middle-aged and elderly people such as diabetes, hypertension, coronary heart disease, myocardial infarction, etc., improve lipid metabolism, regulate human body functions, and has very significant effects on the treatment of diabetes, high blood pressure, allergic diseases, endocrine disorders, etc. The sky fruit also has health-preserving effects. It has magical effects such as strengthening yang and improving essence, eliminating fatigue, enhancing physical strength, detoxifying, repairing tissues, increasing pregnancy rate, strengthening solids, activating cells, beautifying and nourishing the skin, preventing aging, strengthening the stomach and lungs, sobering up and protecting the liver, nourishing blood and meridians, strengthening the spleen and stopping diarrhea, clearing toxins and detoxifying, regulating blood sugar, nourishing the heart and calming the nerves.

The tree is about 30 to 40 meters tall. It is named because its fruit grows toward the sky. It takes 15 years to grow before it can bear fruit. It belongs to the hardwood family and has opposite leaves. The process from flowering to fruit ripening is long, about 9 to 12 months, but the fruit yield is low. The fruit has a peculiar shape, an upright cone with a wide base and a pointed head pointing upwards, hence the name.

The kernel of the fruit is bitter and astringent. The fruit is gray-brown with five longitudinal cracks on the shell. The fruit is about 15 cm long. When ripe, it will crack and the seeds will be thrown away. The seeds have a thin film and can be dispersed everywhere with the air flow.

Taboos of Sky-Fruit:

1. Don’t eat immediately after a meal

Be careful when eating the fruit, it is best to eat it half an hour after a meal. If you eat the fruit immediately after a meal, the gastrointestinal tract will digest the food, and the absorption and utilization rate of the fruit will be reduced, affecting the health benefits of the fruit.

2. Don’t chew the sky fruit

When eating the fruit of the Chinese angelica, be careful not to chew it. The fruit of the Chinese angelica has a bitter taste, and chewing it will affect the taste of the fruit. It should be swallowed directly with warm water. This way, there will be no bitter taste, and the body can also absorb the nutrients of the fruit of the Chinese angelica.

3. Don’t eat too much sky fruit

Although the sky fruit is good, it cannot be eaten in excess. Generally, no more than 10 pieces a day. If it is taken for long-term health care, 2 to 4 pieces a day will be enough. If the saponins contained in the sky fruit are consumed in excess, it can easily cause iodine deficiency in the body and lead to iodine deficiency disease.