Pomelo

Also Known As : Chakotara

Technical Name : Citrus maxima

Descriptions
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has sweet-sour taste.

Usage Tips

It can be eaten raw as a fruit.
It can also be added to some savoury dishes like salads, salsa and fish dishes.

Description

Pomelo is a citrus fruit which is quite similar to the other members of Citrus genus. It looks like a big grapefruit. It is pale-green or yellow in color and is largest among all the citrus fruits. Its edible flesh is pulpy and pink or red in color.

Health benefits

Pomelo is a good source of Vitamin C that acts as an antioxidant and helps to get rid of free radicals and fights infections.⁽¹⁾
It increases acid levels in urine and helps to prevent urinary tract infections.⁽¹⁾
It contains good amount of fiber that helps to promote better digestion and prevents constipation and diarrhea.⁽¹⁾
It regulates blood sugar level and reduces the risk of heart diseases.⁽¹⁾
Pomelo also helps in weight loss.⁽¹⁾
It is a good source of potassium that helps to prevents cramps and muscle stiffness.⁽¹⁾
It increases bone mineral density and helps to keep the bones strong.⁽¹⁾
It acts an anti-aging and helps to prevent wrinkles and age-spots.⁽¹⁾

Selection Guide

Choose Pomelo that are large, firm and bright without any dark spots. Avoid dried out and spoiled pomelo.

Note

Hypotension patients must avoid consumption of pomelo as it tends to lower the blood pressure level. It is high in Vitamin C and potassium that can prove dangerous to people with liver and kidney diseases.⁽²⁾

Resource & Links

(1,2) https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/fruit/pomelo.html

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