He medlar It is an orange fruit with fleshy pulp, with a characteristic flavor that mixes dulce and it acid.
Spring is the ideal season for your maturationat which time it is recommended to select them following certain criteria: they must be wholewith the firm skin and pulp, no signs of deterioration o foreign materialsy no unusual odors.
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Benefits of loquat. Photo: iStock
Can consume in different ways. In its natural state, in jams, jellies, syrupry in various recipes confectionery. In addition, its fruits can be fermented to make liqueurs or spirits.
These are the benefits of the loquat. Photo: Unsplash
Although it is commonly known as “japanese loquat“, due to its introduction to Japan thousands of years ago, its real origin is in southeastern China, where it is known as “pípá”. From there, its cultivation spread to Europe and other parts of the world.
Benefits of loquat. Photo: Government of Mexico
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He medlar It is a fruit that stands out for its nutritional contribution and its multiple health benefits. According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, the loquat is a considerable source of vitamins such as C, B and Ain addition to containing essential minerals such as potassium, magnesium and calcium. These components make it a food that contributes significantly to general well-being of the body.
The loquat contains vitamins such as C, B and A. Photo: Archive / EL UNIVERSAL
This fruit has been used since ancient times in traditional medicinel, since it has recognized properties that help relieve common symptoms, such as vomiting and thirst. The flowers of this fruit are used for their expectorant effects, which makes them useful in the treatment of respiratory conditions.
Medlar helps relieve common symptoms, such as vomiting and thirst. Photo: Archive / EL UNIVERSAL
Likewise, according to the Digital Library of Traditional Mexican Medicine, managed by the UNAM, this fruit is mainly recommended to cure diabetesregistered use in several regions of Mexico, such as Mexico City, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Tlaxcala and Veracruz.
The loquat helps cure diabetes Source: Freepik.
Among other medicinal applications that the loquat has, it is also used to improve circulationtreat problems varicescontribute to the purification of kidneys and bloodas well as to throw gallstones.
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