The arrival of litchi often occurs in countries around the world with the arrival of summer. And at this time most people are looking for local fruits. Because at this time people are sick more and there is no taste in the mouth so at this time everyone is looking for healthy fruits. 

However, litchi fruit comes to the market for a very short time. Litchi is very juicy and nutritious as it protects from summer temperature as litchi enhances the cooling effect in the human body. And it is also true that litchi attracts people to be juicier.

What Is The Nutritional Value Of Litchi?

Litchi is rich in calcium and vitamin C. Calcium is the reason why our body needs bones, teeth, hair, skin, and nails. Scientists have calculated that 100 grams of litchi contain 13.6 grams of sugar, 61 calories, 10 milligrams of calcium, 0.6 milligrams of iron, and 31 milligrams of vitamin C. 100 grams of litchi equals about 10 medium-sized litchis. 

The US Drug Administration says that for every 100 grams of litchi, it contains 8 kcal of energy and 18 grams of sugar. But another thing they said is that litchi does not contain any fat. Litchi contains 61 mg of vitamin C, 180 mg of potassium, 14 micrograms of folate, and a small amount (1 mg) of sodium.

Benefits Of Litchi

1. It is good for diabetics to eat litchi because it has calories.

2. Litchi increases body strength, as it increases the amount of fluid in the body.

3. Litchi contains 40 percent more vitamin C than oranges.

4. Litchi contains unsaturated fatty acids.

5. Litchi helps in the absorption of essential vitamins including beta-carotene.

6. Litchi helps in digestion in the human body because litchi contains carbohydrates and fiber.

7. The amount of beta-carotene in litchi is much higher than that of carrots.

8. Calcium in litchi helps to keep bones, teeth, hair, skin, and nails healthy.

9. Litchi nourishes the skin and hair.

10. Litchi contains a vitamin B complex called niacin and riboflavin.

11. Vitamin ‘A’ in litchi cures night blindness, corneal disease, swelling of eyes, and redness in the corners of the eyes.

12. Ingredients like potassium and minerals in litchi reduce the risk of heart disease. Litchi keeps blood circulation normal and regulates blood pressure.

13. Litchi also helps in brain development. Litchi heart intoxicants reduce the risk of stroke.

14. Litchi protects the human body from cancer. It destroys cancer cells. The flavonoids or vitamin P in litchi prevent breast cancer.

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