The efficacy and nutritional value of durian

Durian is the king of fruits, with multiple vitamins and rich nutrition. Like many tropical fruits, it also has opposing effects. The flesh contains heat, and eating too much will cause nosebleeds. Durian is a high-quality fruit. The ripe flesh is light yellow, sticky and juicy, soft and sweet, with a cheese and onion taste. It has a strange smell at first, but it is cool and sweet after eating, and has a good aftertaste. Therefore, it has the reputation of "lingering (durian) and forgetting to leave". Durian is produced in tropical areas and contains multiple nutrients. It is regarded as the "king of tropical fruits" by locals.

Nutritional value of durian:

Durian is rich in protein and lipids, which are very good for the body and are a good source of fruit nutrition. Durian has a special smell, and different people have different feelings about it. Some people think it stinks like cat feces, while others think it has a rich fragrance. The smell of durian has the effect of stimulating appetite, and the dietary fiber in it can also promote intestinal peristalsis.

Durian is a treasure from head to toe. The shell of the durian is a good tonic when boiled into bone soup. The nutritive and medicinal value of the core is even greater, and it is considered a treasure by the locals. Some senior officials bring durian as a noble gift when they visit abroad. There was a saying in Thailand: "When durian comes out, sarongs come off." It means that girls would rather take off their skirts and sell them to enjoy a good meal of durian.

It is said that Zheng He, the eunuch of the Ming Dynasty, led a fleet to Southeast Asia three times. Due to the long time at sea, many crew members were eager to return home. One day, Zheng He found a pile of strange fruits on the shore. He picked up a few and tasted them with everyone. Unexpectedly, most of the crew members praised them and their homesickness faded for a while. Someone asked Zheng He, "What is the name of this fruit?" He answered casually, "Linglian". Later, people changed it to "durian". Now people in Guangdong are also fascinated by it. From supermarkets to fruit stalls, they are all filled with durian. There is no fruit stall without durian, and sales are rising all the way.

However, there is controversy over the taste of durian. Some people praise it as smooth like cream, lingering fragrance on the teeth, and making people salivate, and love it as their life. Some people think it smells like cat feces, unbearable to the nose, and avoid it.

Generally healthy people can eat durian. People who are sick or women who have given birth can use it to nourish their bodies. Do not eat more than 100 grams a day.

The durian that naturally cracks after ripening cannot be stored for too long; if you smell a smell of alcohol, it must have gone bad, so don't buy it. Because durian has a sticky taste and easily accumulates in the intestines, you should drink more boiled water to aid digestion.

Durian is a famous high-quality fruit. The ripe flesh is light yellow, sticky and juicy, soft and sweet, with a taste of old milk and onion. It has a strange smell at first, but it is cool and sweet after eating, with a very good aftertaste, so it has the reputation of "lingering (durian) and never leaving". Durian is produced in tropical areas and contains a variety of signature nutrients. It is regarded as the "king of tropical fruits" by locals. There was a folk saying in Thailand: "When durian comes out, sarongs are taken off." It means that girls would rather take off their skirts and sell them to enjoy a full meal of durian.

Benefits of Durian

Durian is rich in protein and lipids, which have a good nourishing effect on the body and is a good source of fruit nutrition.

Durian has a special smell, and different people have different feelings about it. Some people think it stinks like cat feces, while others think it has a rich fragrance. The smell of durian can stimulate appetite, and the dietary fiber in it can also promote intestinal peristalsis.

Target Group

Generally healthy people can eat it.

It can be used to nourish the body after illness and for women after childbirth.

Applicable amount

No more than 100 grams per day.

Special Tips

Durian that naturally cracks after ripening cannot be stored for too long; if you smell a smell of alcohol, it must have gone bad, so don't buy it.

Because durian has a thick texture and easily accumulates in the intestines, drinking more boiled water can aid digestion.

Selection of durian

There are many varieties of durian, including Jinchen, Jialun, and Qingni. Jinchen is the best quality and the most valuable. When buying durian, you must first ask about the variety. Don't buy Jialun or Qingni at the price of Jinchen. Durian that naturally cracks after ripening cannot be too old. If you smell alcohol, it must have gone bad. Don't buy it.

Unripe durian smells like grass, while ripe durian smells like durian. When you buy unripe durian, wrap it in newspaper at home, light the newspaper, and wrap it in another newspaper after it burns out. Place it in a warm place. After one or two days, you can smell the fragrance, which proves that it is ripe. When you want to eat it, pick it up and gently drop it on the ground to make a crack. You can pry it open from the mouth and eat it. For beginners, you can plug your nose with soft objects and only feel the mouth. Don't smell it. After three or four times, you can smell it boldly. At that time, you will feel only the intoxicating fragrance. There is also a charm that is inconvenient to describe, only you know it.

Consumption taboos:

Although durian is good, you should not eat too much at one time, because it is rich in nutrients, and it will cause internal heat if the stomach and intestines cannot fully absorb it. If you eat too much, you can eat a few mangosteens. Only the "Queen of Fruits" can conquer the "King of Fruits". Although durian is rich in fiber, it will absorb water and swell in the stomach and intestines. Eating too much will block the intestines and cause constipation. Durian contains high calories and sugar, so obese people should eat less, and diabetics should not eat it. It also contains high potassium, so people with kidney disease and heart disease should eat less.

Best way to eat:

1. The way to avoid getting angry after eating durian is to eat it with mangosteen. Mangosteen is known as the "Queen of Fruits" and is characterized by its ability to clear away heat and reduce internal heat. Thai people often have the habit of eating mangosteen after eating durian.

2. Boil the durian shell in light salt water and drink it to reduce heat and relieve stagnation.

It is best to buy durian when it is 70% to 80% ripe. It does not have a strong smell and is easier for beginners to accept. If you eat too much, it will cause heat and nosebleeds. It is best to boil the shell in light salt water and drink it to reduce heat and relieve stagnation; use the durian skin to relieve stagnation; use the durian skin and meat to cook chicken soup, which can be used as a nourishing soup for women and can remove stomach cold.