Lotus Mist is one of the special fruits of Taiwan, with a sweet and fragrant taste, and is a favorite of both adults and children. Not only that, but lotus I rich in nutrients and can help regulate blood sugar and reduce edema, which is very beneficial to the human body.
Lotus apple: March to April is the peak season
Lotus apple (Wax apple, also known as aromatic fruit, wax apple, peach, Java peach), originally from the Malay Peninsula, was introduced to Taiwan by the Dutch more than 300 years ago and is now mostly produced in Pingtung. Although its peak season is from March to April, with the improvement of agricultural technology, it can be produced all year round, and the improvement of the quality of the plant and the development of different varieties of Lotus Mist has made Lotus Mist not only satisfy one's appetite but also very suitable as a choice for gifts during the holidays.
Nutritional Value of Lotus Mist
Lotus Mist is very low in calories and contains many vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals. According to the Ministry of Health and Welfare's food nutrition database, every 100 grams of lotus mist contains 34 calories, 9 grams of carbohydrates, 90.1 grams of water, 95 milligrams of potassium ions, and 10 milligrams of vitamin C, and 20.1 micrograms of folic acid.
Top 4 Health Benefits of Lotus Mist
Helps excretion: Lotus mist is rich in water and has a diuretic effect, which can excrete excess water and toxins from the body through urine and improve edema. It is recommended that people with edema can eat it in moderation.
Calorie control: Lotus Mist contains only 34 calories per 100 grams, with plenty of water and dietary fiber, which makes you feel full and reduces calorie intake effectively. If you want to relieve your appetite and lose weight, one lotus mist before meals is good.
Improves diabetes: Streptozotocin causes damage to the pancreatic beta cells of the body, resulting in a decrease in insulin secretion and causing unstable blood sugar and diabetes. Animal studies have found that lotus is effective against streptozotocin, preventing damage to pancreatic beta cells and increasing their activity, helping to prevent and improve diabetes. In addition, the low sugar content of lotus mist can effectively stabilize blood sugar after consumption, making it a suitable fruit for diabetics.
Antioxidant effect: lotus contains vitamin C and a variety of phytochemicals with antioxidant effects, such as anthocyanins, phenolic compounds, flavonoids, and carotenoids, which help the body fight free radicals, delay inflammation and slow down aging.
Lotus mist should be consumed in moderation, otherwise, it will easily cause abdominal distension.
Because of its low caloric content and high water content, many people find it crisp and refreshing and eat several pieces in a row, but beware that consuming too much may cause frequent urination or bloat.
Tips for choosing lotus mist! Refrigerate and consume within 1 week
When buying lotus wax, consumers may want to pay attention to the appearance of the lotus wax, whether the fruit is dark red, clean, and free of spots and powdery substances, or the slogan: "Black through the red, open belly button, young skin, and full head" as a reference when choosing lotus wax.
In addition, we can also observe whether the lotus is "flat at the bottom, wide at the bottom, and full at the tip" because the quality and flavor of the lotus are usually above par.
Since the skin of lotus mist is thin and easily dehydrated, it has a short shelf life. It is recommended that people should avoid touching the lotus mist after purchasing it to prevent it from decaying. When preserving, you can wrap the lotus mist in newspaper or plastic bags and put it in the refrigerator for more than one week; if stored at room temperature, it is recommended that you consume it within 3-5 days.
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