Juicy, fragrant, healthy and delicious citrus fruits like almost everything. Many of them have already ceased to seem exotic to us - for example, lemons, tangerines, oranges and grapefruits, which have already become an integral part of our diet. The fruit, which will be discussed today, is not as familiar as the ones listed above, but it has been familiar to many for a long time - consider the broom, its composition, useful properties and spheres of application.
How does citrus tree grow and look?
Pomelo is a large bright green, yellow or orange balls that resemble a very large grapefruit. The fruit is covered with a rather thick skin that hides juicy and sweet reddish, yellowish, greenish or almost white flesh. 
The tree on which these citrus fruits grow is related to evergreen, it has impressive growth, up to 15 m, and a spherical crown. China and Southeast Asia are considered to be the birthplace of this plant - it should be noted that in its native lands the broom symbolizes well-being and prosperity.
At the moment it is grown on an industrial scale in many countries, namely in the USA, Japan, China, Thailand, India, Indonesia, Vietnam, Israel, as well as in Taiwan and Tahiti.
Did you know? For the first time it was possible to grow a pomelo tree from a bone on the island of Barbados. This citrus is the largest on our planet.
Calorie and chemical composition
Low calorie content and rich vitamin and mineral composition make this citrus fruit especially attractive. And all because it contains vitamins: A, B, C and PP. 
It contains the following minerals:
- phosphorus;
- potassium;
- sodium;
- calcium;
- iron;
- zinc;
- manganese;
- copper;
- magnesium.
100 g of pomelo contains only 38 kcal, and its BJU indicators are as follows:
- 0.6 g protein;
- 0.2 g fat;
- 6.7 g of carbohydrates.
Also in the pomelo is:
- 89.1 g of water;
- 0.48 g of ash;
- 1 g of dietary fiber.
Important! In the pits, pulp and peel of this fruit contains a large amount of essential oils.
What is useful pomelo
Due to the rich chemical composition of the broom can bring great benefits to the body, namely:
- Strengthen immunity.
It is possible to strengthen immunity with the help of cornel, blackberry, cranberry, sea buckthorn, persimmon, lemon.
- Prevents cell aging and the body as a whole.
- Strengthens the heart and cleans the blood vessels.
- Normalizes blood pressure.
- Reduces the level of harmful cholesterol.
- Accelerates metabolic processes in the body.
- It is a product for the prevention of cancer.
- It has a beneficial effect on the digestive system.
- It nourishes the body with vitamins and minerals.
- Reduces alcohol intoxication.
- Effective against cough, even asthmatic.
- Prevents the occurrence and development of atherosclerosis.
- It helps with diarrhea.
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- It helps to strengthen bones, accelerates their accretion at fractures.
- Perfectly quenches thirst.
- Cheers up.
- It has a tonic effect.
- Improves brain function.
- Increases stamina.
- Protects skin from UV light.
For women
The female body is very strongly affected by malfunctions of the intestines, most often this happens after eating fatty and fried foods. Irregular intestinal peristalsis can result in constipation, and the retention of feces in the body, in turn, will have a bad effect on the skin.
Regular presence in the diet of such fruit as pomelo will help prevent or correct such problems.
In addition, the considered citrus helps to prolong youth and preserve beauty. It also helps prevent the occurrence of breast cancer.
Did you know? The closest relative of the broom in composition and taste is grapefruit, which, incidentally, was the result of pollination of orange pollen from this plant.
For men
Pomelo belongs to the powerful aphrodisiac, it is able to increase sexual desire, as well as a positive effect on male potency and improve the quality of sperm.
Aphrodisiac for men is also considered arugula, walnut, horseradish, cilantro, lychee.
In addition, this fruit is considered an excellent tool for the prevention of prostate cancer.
It also has a positive effect on the health of those men who regularly play sports, as it prevents ligament breaks and muscle strain, and also contributes to the rapid recovery of the body after exercise.
Features of use
Pomelo is undoubtedly related to useful products, but it is important to use it properly, especially in situations where the body is especially vulnerable, that is, during the period of carrying and feeding the baby, during diets and certain diseases. 
During pregnancy
This fruit is shown to women in an "interesting" position for a number of reasons, namely:
- It nourishes the body with vitamins and minerals.
- Helps to cope with disorders of the nervous system, bad mood and depression.
- Normalizes the stool.
- Relieves swelling and symptoms of toxemia.
- It helps to avoid weight gain during this period.
- Contains folic acid, which is necessary for the development of the embryo.
Folic acid contains chives, dill, zucchini, rosemary, wild garlic, jujube, white currant, cilantro, sea buckthorn, champignons, shallot.
- It is an effective and safe means to prevent colds and viral diseases.
- It has a positive effect on the formation of the skeleton of the fetus.
But it is worth remembering that, like all citrus fruits, pomelo can cause severe allergic reactions, so you need to eat it during pregnancy with caution, and if any adverse reactions occur, eliminate it from the diet and immediately consult a doctor. 
Breastfeeding
Nursing women are advised to abstain from this fruit. Due to the fact that it can cause allergies, it should not be included in the diet of the mother during breastfeeding.
Moreover, the absence of allergic reactions in the mother does not guarantee that the use of citrus fruit will not affect the crumbs, so you should not take the risk.
When losing weight
For those who want to lose extra pounds, pomelo can become a loyal assistant, because this fruit speeds up the metabolism and helps cleanse the body.
Such products as zabrus, broccoli, orange, chard, pickled cucumbers, fruit are the ability to speed up metabolism.In addition, pomelo quenches hunger, nourishes the body with energy and nutrients, although it is low-calorie. It has become an integral part of many popular diets, as it has another feature - the ability to accelerate the process of splitting fats.
With diabetes
People suffering from such a disease as diabetes, are contraindicated products with a high glycemic index. In pomelo it is low, so diabetics can and should eat it: the fruit normalizes the amount of sugar in the blood and has a tonic effect on the body.
From what age can children
Opinions pediatricians on this issue differ: someone believes that you can enter this fruit in the diet of a baby already a year old, and someone - not earlier than 3 years.
It is necessary to be guided by the state of health of each individual child.
If the crumbs do not have a tendency to allergic reactions, then you can gently start introducing pomelo into the diet after 12 months: first give a try a teaspoon of juice, and in the absence of problems, give the pulp in small portions and observe the reaction of the body. 
In those cases when there are no any manifestations of allergy, feel free to indulge the little one with this tasty fruit.
In other cases, if the child is prone to dermatitis, diathesis and allergies, familiarity with this citrus is better to postpone until 3-5 years.
How to choose when buying
In order to choose a tasty and healthy fruit in the store or on the market, you should be guided by the following criteria:
- it must be tight to the touch;
- the peel should be uniform, without dents and cracks;
- the color should be uniform, without specks and have an extremely glossy shade;
- the more weight pomelo, so it is juicier.
Important! Fruits collected in December - February are considered the most useful, therefore the end of winter - the beginning of spring is The best time to buy citrus.
How to store at home
There will be no problems with the storage of the fruit, as it will feel great at room temperature for a month. If you plan to keep it longer, it is better to put the broom in the refrigerator, cellar or on the balcony, that is, keep it in a cool, dark place.
If the pomelo is already peeled, then in this form it is stored in the refrigerator for no more than 3 days.
Tips on drinking
Many are interested in the question of how to prepare a fruit for consumption, with which it is combined and how to use it properly. Let's look at all these points in detail. 
How to clean and eat
To begin with, the fruit is washed and cleaned of thick rind. This can be done either with a knife or manually. Then it is divided into slices, after which films are removed from each of them, leaving only juicy and sweet flesh.
Why can bitter
If the pomelo is properly cleaned and all white layers are removed from it, then the bitterness can be provoked only by the fact that the fruit has not ripened. Unripe fruits can not harm, but there is practically no benefit in them.
Is it possible to broom for the night
Fruit contributes to the rapid saturation of the body, and also quenches thirst. Such a vitamin dinner will only benefit, even if held at a very late time. 
Did you know? Watermelon and pomelo have one thing in common: both the large berry and the large citrus have a strong diuretic effect.
What can be done and where to add
Besides the fact that this fruit can be a separate snack or act as a dessert, its pulp can be added to fruit, vegetable, meat and fish salads, as well as used to make candied fruits, marmalades, jams and preserves.
It should be noted that only thermally unprocessed fruits will bring great benefit to the body.
It is possible to make juice from pomelo, which can be an independent beverage and a component of various non-alcoholic and alcoholic cocktails. 
This fruit is perfectly combined with almost all products, the only exception is milk, as in combination with milk proteins, a reaction may occur that will cause bloating and complication of the stomach.
Important! It is better to use pomelo after a meal or before bedtime, and eating it on an empty stomach is not recommended.
How can be used in cosmetology
If you combine the internal use of this fruit with the outside, you can achieve amazing results. Due to the high content of beneficial substances, this product belongs to the products of beauty, health and youth.
Moisturizing face mask
In order to fill the skin with moisture, to improve its color and texture, you can prepare this mask:
- 3-4 slices of pomelo must be cleaned from the veins and finely chopped;
- add 1 tsp to the fruit mass. honey and 1 tsp. lemon juice;
- mix thoroughly and evenly apply to face, neck and décolleté.
After 15-20 minutes, the mask should be washed off with warm water or freshly green tea, cooled to an acceptable temperature. After that, a moisturizer is applied to the skin and enjoy the result.Body Scrub
Preparing a scrub does not take much of your time and labor, and the results after the procedure will pleasantly please you.
In order to prepare the peeling at home, you will need:
- pomelo peel and pulp - 100 g;
- lemon - ½ pcs .;
- olive oil - 1 tbsp. l .;
- sugar - 1 tbsp. l
Citrus peel and pulp are ground and mixed with the other ingredients. The finished mass is evenly applied to the steamed body, avoiding the chest area. 
Scrub should be left on the skin for 10-15 minutes, during which it is easy to massage the skin, then rinse with warm or contrasting water and apply a moisturizer. The procedure should be carried out no more than once every 3 days.
Contraindications and harm
Bruise can harm only in those cases if the person has an individual intolerance to the components that make up its composition. It is also not recommended to eat too much of this citrus - 4-5 slices per day is enough to maintain the body tone.
You can not eat this fruit:
- with a stomach ulcer or duodenal ulcer;
When an ulcer also can not eat pumpkin, melon, mountain ash red, lemon, yoshtu.
- during the acute course of hepatitis or colitis, as well as nephritis;
- with increased acidity.
It is also worth remembering that pomelo has a laxative effect, and it can also worsen or improve the effect of certain medications, so if you have any health problems, it is better to consult with your doctor before use.Now you know about all the beneficial properties of this fruit, as well as how to eat it properly and with what to combine.
If you adhere to a healthy diet, the pomelo will certainly become a worthy addition to your balanced diet, will help control the weight and concentration of nutrients in the body.
