The efficacy, function and eating method of bergamot fruit

Buddha's hand fruit is a kind of fruit that can also be eaten as a medicinal material and has certain medicinal value. The effects and functions of bergamot fruit are very rich. Buddha's hand fruit is rich in protein and calcium. Its medicinal value in traditional Chinese medicine is that it can relieve cough and phlegm, and can also replenish qi and blood.

1. Among melon vegetables, bergamot is rich in nutrition. Regular consumption is beneficial to enhancing the body's ability to resist diseases.

2. The protein and calcium content of bergamot fruit is 2-3 times that of cucumber. The vitamin and mineral content is also significantly higher than other melons. It is low in calories and is a low-sodium food. It is a health vegetable for patients with heart disease and hypertension. Eating bergamot fruit regularly can help with diuresis and sodium excretion, and it has the function of dilating blood vessels and lowering blood pressure.

3. According to the National Nutrition Association, zinc has a great influence on the intellectual development of children. Regular consumption of bergamot fruit, which is rich in zinc, can help improve intelligence.

4. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that it has the effects of regulating qi and harmonizing the middle, soothing the liver and relieving cough. It is suitable for people with indigestion, chest tightness and bloating, vomiting, liver and stomach pain, and tracheitis with cough and sputum.

5. Replenish Qi and blood, promote salivation and quench thirst. It is used to treat lung deficiency, cough and asthma, consumptive emaciation, neurasthenia, chronic diarrhea, blood loss due to bergamot ginseng, leucorrhea, lack of milk, and chronic hepatitis.

6. The skin of Buddha's hand fruit is golden, the flesh is white and tender, crispy and sweet. In addition to being eaten fresh, it is also an important raw material for fruit processing. Buddha's hand fruit can be processed into candied Buddha's hand, licorice Buddha's hand, and can also be processed into Buddha's hand tea, Buddha's hand dew, Buddha's hand jelly and Buddha's hand fragrant wine. Both the flowers and young fruits can be used as medicine when dried. The Buddha's hand fruit has a peculiar shape and a strong aroma, which is stronger than citron and becomes more fragrant as it is left for a long time. Buddha's hand has branches and leaves all year round, is evergreen all year round, and blooms continuously all year round. The fruit is golden when ripe, and the fruit tip is either elongated like a finger or clenched like a fist. The shape is peculiar and it is suitable for viewing the tree, leaves, flowers and fruit. Buddha's hand can be planted in the garden or in potted plants.