Loquat is a fruit of an evergreen tree of rosaceae botanical family plant known as eriobotrya japonica.
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Recommended Dosage
• Loquat is excellent in Vitamin A.
• Loquat is very good in Dietary Fiber, Potassium.
• Loquat has average trace of Magnesium, Vitamin B6.
• Loquat is low in calories (47 kcal/100g), and negligible fats and Proteins.
• It contain sugars (fructose and levulose), Vitamin A (in abundance in the form of Provitamin A).
• It contain abundant Potassium, Tannins and numerous triterpenic (an aromatic substances which give Loquat their anti-diabetic properties).
Health Benefits of Loquat
Cardiovascular System
• Loquat contain Potassium which carries a positive electrical charge within the body and is one of four major electrolytes capable of re-hydrating the body after prolonged workout sessions or following episodes of Vomiting and Diarrhea. It supports the activity of The Heart (due to its capacity to control electrical impulses sent to muscles) and combined with its Fluid-balancing properties, has a direct beneficial effect on blood pressure.
• Its insoluble Fiber may lower blood pressure.
Foods & Cardiovascular System
Circulatory System
• Potassium relaxes both the nerves and muscles, supports blood circulation and nerve cell activity.
Foods & Circulatory System
Detoxification
• Loquat contain Potassium which regulates body Fluids (extracellular Fluid) through kidney function by maintaining a balance between the amount of liquid taken in by the body and the amount of liquid eliminated by the kidneys.
• Its recommended for excess uric acid in Gout cases, due to its low Protein and significant mineral content.
• Facilitates the breakdown of urate stones for Kidney Stones patients and an effective Diuretic for kidney disorders as it increases urine production and facilitates the elimination of uric sediments through the kidneys.
Foods & Detoxification
Diabetes
• Its an effective anti-diabetic and its liberal use for Diabetes cases is recommended. It contain sesquiterpenic glucosides and Triterpenoids which are non-nutritive substances in Loquat identified to be displaying anti-Diabetes actions.
• Insoluble Fiber improve serum Lipids.
Foods & Diabetes
Digestive System
• It has a mild Astringent and normalizing effect on the Digestive tract. These makes it beneficial for infectious Diarrhea (gastro-enteritis, enteroColitis and Colitis) as a First solid food after a period of fasting.
Foods & Digestive System
Immune System
• It contain triterpenic ester which have significant anti-viral effects for Common Cold (rhino viruses) and Immune System.
• Vitamin A is a great Immune System stimulator.
• It strengthens the Immune System by supporting the production of Lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell that Fight off bacteria, viruses, parasites or Cancer cells).
• Beta-Carotene is a potent anti-oxidant.
• Carotenes protect cells gene expression and DNA against free radical damage that may build up and lead to mutations that may cause certain cells to become Cancerous.
Note:
* Its anti-viral effect does not act on AIDS virus.
Foods & Immune System
Infections
• Vitamin A reinforces our body’s First line of defense, increases resistance to Infection and Fights free radicals.
• It helps create a barrier against bacteria and viruses by reinforcing our body’s First line of defense: mucous membranes (our Eyes, nose, throat, lungs and Digestive System are lined with mucous membranes).
Foods & Infections
Intestine
• Insoluble Fiber help to prevent and alleviate Constipation and increases fecal weight. It promotes stool passage through the colon, thus reduce the risk of Diverticulosis, Hemorrhoids, and appendicitis.
Foods & Intestine
The Liver
• It treatment decongests The Liver in cases of chronic Liver diseases such as Hepatitis, Cirrhosis and fatty Liver degeneration.
• Reduces The Liver‘s volume in cases of hepatomegalia (enlargement of The Liver).
• Reduces ascites (accumulation of Fluid in the abdominal cavity) which is often accompanies Liver degeneration.
Foods & The Liver
Musculoskeletal System
• Loquat contain Potassium which is an important nutrients for heart health as it assist controlling heart rate, thus makes a great electrolyte replenisher which helps prevent Muscle Cramps, particularly after exercising or on a hot day.
• Potassium basically ensures nervous impulses are sent to heart at proper intervals, resulting in controlled, rhythmic contractions of the organ.
Foods & Musculoskeletal System
Pregnancy
• Vitamin A sustains Bone growth and development. Its important for embryonic development (healthy babies) as it helps them grow and develop normally and have good immunity.
Foods & Pregnancy
Skin Health
• Vitamin A is vital for Skin cell renewal, healthy epithelial tissues and mucous membranes.
• Vitamin A helps keep Skin Healthy by protecting it against Infections, working together to improve rough Skin and maintaining the integrity of epithelial cells, which occur in the Eye, Respiratory tract, Genitourinary Tract, and intestinal tract.
Foods & Skin Health
Weight Management
• Insoluble Fiber promote satiety, which may aid in Weight Management. It also reduces indicators for inflammation.
Foods & Weight Management
The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of Loquat
The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA)
(per 100g) of
Loquat