The two fruits that are most afraid of being fat are grapefruit and apple, which have a good weight loss effect. Grapefruit can help lower cholesterol and blood sugar, promote the metabolism and elimination of fat, while apple is rich in malic acid, cellulose and pectin, which helps to reduce obesity, gastrointestinal peristalsis and constipation.
Grapefruit tastes sour and sweet and is very popular. Grapefruit has high nutritional value, and is rich in protein, vitamins and fiber, which are beneficial to lose weight. In addition, grapefruit can also inhibit the conversion of blood sugar into fat in the liver. Even if you accidentally eat too much, don't worry about gaining weight. Moreover, grapefruit can not only lose weight by pulp, but also has a good slimming effect by soaking in water. You can eat grapefruit directly as a weight-loss snack in your daily life, but it should be noted that it is best not to eat grapefruit too late to lose weight at night, otherwise it may cause gastrointestinal discomfort.
Apple can be regarded as a representative of slimming fruit. Apples are rich in malic acid and vitamin C. Using them instead of dinner can not only get the nutrients needed by the body, but also achieve the goal of losing weight. The calories of apples are very low, and the calories per100g of apples are about 52 calories. In addition, apples are rich in dietary fiber, which can increase satiety and help digestion. It can be said that it is the best choice to lose weight.
The origin of grapefruit and apple
1, grapefruit (citrus maxima? (Burm。 ) Merr), a tree of Citrus in Rutaceae; Branches, leaves, pedicels, calyx and ovary are all pilose; Leaves thick, dark green, broadly oval or oval; Inflorescence racemose, purple buds, thin milky white, calyx irregularly lobed, long and thick style; The fruit is spherical, oblate, pear-shaped or wide cone-shaped, with thick or thin peel, which is verified to be soft; The seeds are hard and nearly triangular in shape; The flowering period is April-May and the fruiting period is September-65438+February.
Shuowen in the Eastern Han Dynasty said, "Literature is like an orange. From wood, from sound. " Hence the name grapefruit. Grapefruit is native to Southeast Asia. Planting in Southeast Asian countries; China is distributed all over the south of the Yangtze River, and reaches Xinyang and Nanyang in Henan Province in the north. It has been cultivated in China for more than 3000 years. ?
Grapefruit likes warm and humid climate; Not tolerant of drought, large water demand but not tolerant of waterlogging; It is deeply rooted and requires a deep soil layer, and the requirements for soil are not high. Grapefruit can be propagated by seeds, but grafting is often used, usually in spring. Grapefruit can cure alopecia, ascites, diarrhea in the elderly, postpartum abdominal pain, loss of appetite, hangover, halitosis and halitosis, which is recorded in Compendium of Materia Medica. Pomelo is one of the most important fruit trees in southern China, which can be used to extract oil and make furniture, and has high economic value.
In "Songs of the South": "Cut oranges and pomelo, and list trees and bitter peaches." Fragrant wood such as orange pomelo contrasts with evil wood such as bitter peach, symbolizing loyalty and expressing firm will. Grapefruit is generally round and is regarded as a symbol of family reunion and happy life, so every Mid-Autumn Festival, people will prepare grapefruit and moon cakes to celebrate the festival together.
2. Apple (Apple? The mill. ), a deciduous arbor plant of Rosaceae, with tall stems and short and thick cylindrical branchlets; Leaf blade oval, smooth surface, serrated edge and stout petiole; The flowers are small and umbrella-shaped, pale pink and fluffy on the surface; The fruit is large, oblate, short and thick. Flowering in May; Result period: July ~ 65438+ 10. ?
Apple's name was first seen in the book Xuepu Yu Shu by Wang Shimao in the Ming Dynasty. "The north apple turns into a bonus." Apples are native to Central Europe, northern Iran and southern Caucasus of Russia. China is mainly distributed in Xinjiang and Ningxia, and generally grows in terraces on hillsides, plains, mines and hills. ?
Apple likes light and is cold-resistant. It requires a cool and dry climate and is not barren. It is suitable for neutral or slightly acidic sandy loam with loose soil, deep fertility and good drainage. Propagation methods include tuber method, grafting method, sowing method and cutting method. Natural reproduction of offspring depends on seed propagation, among which grafting reproduction is the fastest. ?
"southern Yunnan materia medica" records that "apples can nourish the lungs, relieve summer heat, stimulate appetite and sober up, and can cure bone and muscle pain." Apple is a kind of nutritious fruit, and is known as the king of fruit. According to the traditional western diet concept, an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Many Americans also regard apples as a necessity to lose weight. They go on a diet one day a week, and only eat apples on this day, which is called Apple Day.
Apple fruit is colorful and lasts for a long time, and can be made into bonsai for indoor appreciation; Parks, green spaces or courtyards are often planted on the roadside for viewing; Fruit can be eaten raw when it is ripe, processed into sauce, preserved fruit, dried fruit or canned fruit, and can also be used for wine making.
The above contents refer to Baidu Encyclopedia-Pomelo Baidu Encyclopedia-Apple.