Medicinal and Nutritional Benefits of Lychee - Paper No. 2737
Lychee is a soft, white-pink fleshy fruit, usually eaten fresh
  Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Umair Hasan
Lychee is a soft, white-pink fleshy fruit, usually eaten fresh. Its pulp is fragrant. It contains good amounts of B-complex vitamins, fiber, and the phytonutrient flavonoids, which support metabolism, Increases fat, protein and carbohydrates. Lychee reduces the risk of stroke and heart attack.
Due to its high water content, it is an excellent fruit to keep a person hydrated in hot weather. Below are mentioned about the medical and nutritional benefits of litchi.
Immunity
Rich in vitamin C, lychee contains more than 100% of the daily requirement of ascorbic acid (ABA) which works exceptionally well to boost your immunity.
Vitamin C stimulates the activity of white blood cells which protect the body from external harmful effects.
Digestive system
Lychee is full of dietary fiber. This fiber regulates bowel movements through the digestive system. It also bulks up stools and can work wonders for constipation and other stomach problems. It also stimulates digestive juices, which promote efficient absorption of nutrients.
Blood flow
The high amount of copper in litchi helps in increasing blood circulation in our body. Like iron, copper is also responsible for the formation of red blood cells. More RBCs means better blood circulation and better functioning of organs and cells. Increases oxygen. Lychee is also high in dietary fiber, making it an excellent heart-healthy food.
Blood pressure
Lychee helps reduce high blood pressure by maintaining fluid balance. It provides manganese, magnesium, copper, iron and folate, which maintain blood pressure. It is high in potassium and low in sodium. In quantity, it also helps control blood pressure. Potassium reduces the constriction of arteries and blood vessels, thereby reducing stress on the cardiovascular system.
Potassium is essential for maintaining sodium levels in the body.
Useful for liver
Lychee contains a type of antioxidant (polyphenol), which is used in traditional Chinese medicine to protect and strengthen the liver and pancreas. According to the scientific journal Cancer Letters, the extract of litchi fruit pericarp (LFP) has anti-cancer properties. properties and may help fight liver cancer.