What are the effects and functions of grapefruit peel

Pomelo is called "natural canned fruit". It is a delicious and fleshy fruit. It is very common and popular in life. However, most people think that only the flesh of pomelo is edible and good for the human body, and they do not pay much attention to its peel. In fact, the peel of pomelo can also be used as medicine and food, and its efficacy is no worse than that of the flesh. Let me take you to learn about it in detail.

1. Clear away heat and detoxify to prevent pneumonia

Although grapefruit peel is not as delicious as grapefruit flesh, its medicinal value is particularly high. This peel can clear away heat and detoxify, and can also reduce inflammation and kill bacteria. Usually, after drying it, it can be used directly to boil water to drink. It can prevent dry cough and reduce the occurrence of common diseases such as pneumonia and bronchitis.

2. Reduce swelling and relieve pain

Reducing swelling and relieving pain is also one of the important functions of grapefruit peel. Especially in winter, when people get frostbite, they can boil water with grapefruit peel, take it out after boiling, and fumigate the frostbitten part while it is hot, which can quickly improve the redness and swelling caused by frostbite. In addition, the grapefruit peel after boiling water can be taken out and directly applied to the affected area, which can also play an important role in reducing swelling and relieving pain.

3. Dilute the blood to prevent blood clots

Grapefruit peel contains a natural bioactive ingredient, which is naringin. This substance has a significant protective effect on the human body. It can increase vascular permeability and increase vascular elasticity. In addition, after being absorbed by the human body, naringin can dilute the blood and prevent platelet aggregation. It can not only promote blood circulation but also reduce the occurrence of diseases such as hyperlipidemia and thrombosis.

4. Remove greasiness and promote digestion

Grapefruit peel contains some natural aromatic substances and volatile oils, which can enhance flavor and freshness, remove greasiness, and accelerate the decomposition and metabolism of fat. Usually, people drink some fruit cooked with grapefruit peel after eating meat, which can promote digestion, speed up the body's metabolism, and reduce the body's absorption of greasy substances.