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What is Meiwan Tai pomelo? Authentic Sichuan Jingyan Specialty: Meiwantai Pomelo
Summary:Do you want to know what Meiwantai Pomelo is? This article is a detailed introduction to the Sichuan Jingyan specialty - Meiwantai Pomelo. It was compiled and edited by the editorial team of China Specialty Network after reviewing and collecting relevant information on Meiwantai Pomelo. The full text takes about 4 minutes to read, mainly including the basic introduction of Meiwantai Pomelo and its nutritional value? What are the product characteristics of Meiwantai pomelo? How did the history of Meiwan pomelo come about? Wait
Introduction to Meiwantai Pomelo
Meiwantai Pomelo is a specialty of Meijiawan Village, Qianfo Town, Jingyan County, Leshan City, Sichuan Province. Tai pomelo, also known as "Wendan", is commonly referred to as "Meijiawan Citrus". During the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, Lei Lun, a native of the Qing Dynasty, was ordered to inspect Taiwan while serving as the "seal bearer of the Ministry of Revenue" for military affairs. His follower, Dr. Mei, brought back three pomelo saplings from Taiwan and cultivated and propagated them for over 240 years in Meijiawan, Qianfo, thus spreading throughout the county 1. Pomelo contains the essential natural trace element potassium for patients with hypertension, and is almost sodium free. Therefore, it is one of the best dietary fruits for patients with cardiovascular and kidney diseases (if kidney dysfunction is accompanied by hyperkalemia, it is strictly prohibited to consume)<2. Pomelo contains a large amount of vitamin C, which can lower cholesterol in the blood<3. Pomelo pectin not only reduces low-density lipoprotein levels, but also reduces the degree of arterial wall damage<4. Pomelo also has the effect of enhancing physical fitness. It helps the body absorb calcium and iron more easily. The natural folate it contains has the effect of preventing anemia symptoms and promoting fetal development for pregnant women 5. Fresh grapefruit meat contains chromium, an insulin like component that can lower blood sugar levels 6. It has the effects of strengthening the stomach, moistening the lungs, replenishing blood, clearing the intestines, and promoting bowel movements. It can promote wound healing and has good auxiliary therapeutic effects on diseases such as sepsis Taiwan pomelo, commonly known as Meiwan citrus, is a famous fruit produced by Jingyan. It has a long conical shape, orange yellow shiny skin, rich aroma, slightly convex fruit top, full heart, ear shaped flesh petals, white flesh, tender, sweet and mellow taste