The efficacy, function and eating method of red grapefruit

Red pomelo is a high-quality variety of the pomelo family. Its flesh color is different from that of ordinary pomelo. The flesh of ordinary pomelo is mostly light yellow, while the flesh of this pomelo is dark red. It has higher nutritional value than ordinary pomelo and tastes sweeter. Red pomelo also has excellent health-care effects. The following is a detailed introduction to its effects and eating methods. People who like to eat red pomelo can focus on it.

The efficacy and function of red grapefruit

1. Prevent acne

People who eat more red grapefruits can absorb rich nutrients. The vitamin P it contains can directly act on human skin after being absorbed by the human body. It can expand pores and promote the excretion of toxic substances in the skin. It can also eliminate bacteria and viruses on the skin surface. It can repair damaged skin cells and prevent acne.

2. Protect cardiovascular system

Red grapefruit is also known as the guardian of the cardiovascular system. The vitamin P it contains can dilate blood vessels and prevent blood pressure from rising. The fruit acid and other active ingredients it contains can also clean up cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, promote blood circulation and prevent the increase of blood lipids. Regular consumption can also reduce the incidence of stroke and thrombosis in humans.

How to eat red grapefruit

1. Eat directly

Red pomelo is a delicious fruit with a sweet taste and high juice content. It can be eaten directly after purchase, but it has a relatively thick peel on the outside. Before eating red pomelo, people should first cut off a small piece of it from one end with a knife, then break the peel, take out the red flesh inside, and then remove the thin film on the surface of the peel. The red flesh obtained at this time can be put into the mouth and eaten directly. The taste and flavor are particularly good.

2. Make jam

Red grapefruit jam is also very delicious. To make jam with red grapefruit, you can follow the method described above and eat the grapefruit directly. Take out the pulp inside the red grapefruit, put the pulp in a food processor and grind it into a beef shape. After taking it out, add appropriate amount of rock sugar and mix well. Marinate for 2 to 3 hours. After the rock sugar is completely melted, put it in a clean stainless steel pot and heat it to boil, then simmer over low heat. Stir constantly during the simmering process to prevent sticking to the pot. After the grapefruit pulp in the pot is boiled into a thick sauce, you can turn off the heat. After cooling down, take it out and it will be delicious grapefruit jam. It can be eaten directly or with bread and other foods.