Roskachestvo talked about the benefits of pomelo

Roskachestvo expert Ekaterina Khripko spoke about the non-obvious benefits of pomelo.

In an interview with Radio 1 on Thursday, January 22, she noted that pomelo belongs to low-calorie foods and can be used in dietary nutrition as an alternative to sweets and desserts. At the same time, according to her, the claims about the fruit's ability to burn fat or speed up metabolism have no scientific confirmation.

She noted that the main value of pomelo is its high content of vitamin C and potassium, which are beneficial for the cardiovascular system. The expert emphasized that this citrus fruit contains more vitamin C than lemon and orange, and its low glycemic index makes it suitable for people who control blood sugar levels.

At the same time, the specialist warned that pomelo is not recommended for stomach diseases, high acidity, severe allergic reactions and while taking certain medications. According to her, the fruit can be included in the diet for a variety, but it should be consumed in moderation.

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On January 19, nutritionist Olga Redina said that apples, grapes, pomelo, tomatoes and citrus fruits contain large amounts of flavonoids. They have antioxidant properties, reduce the level of inflammatory processes, strengthen the immune system, writes RT.

In December, nutritionist Natalia Kruglova stated that all citrus fruits are equally useful in winter. It is a good source of vitamin C, which is preserved due to its dense skin. Tangerines, pomelo, oranges and lemons have a similar composition and are equally useful for supporting immunity in winter. 360.ru .

At the same time, expert Irina Koziy called tangerines the most affordable source of vitamins for Russians. On average, tangerines occupy about 10% of a Russian's "fruit plate" per year, NSN notes.

In October, nutritionist Elena Solomatina warned about the dangers of citrus fruits for some people. She stressed that citrus fruits should be used especially carefully for people with gastrointestinal diseases and allergy sufferers, since the high concentration of acids irritates the mucous membrane.

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