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Kumquat: Health Benefits
28.09.2023 15:00
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:23
The taste of small orange fruits surprises citrus lovers: it is rich and unique.
The right dried kumquat smells like citrus, without any side notes, the aroma is similar to the smell of oranges or tangerines, sometimes it smells a little like mint.
What are the benefits of kumquat
Kumquat contains many beneficial substances. These are vitamins A, C, E, P, as well as many B vitamins and various minerals.
The essential oils contained in the fruit give it a pleasant aroma and healing properties.
Affects the health of skin, teeth and nails.
Due to its high vitamin C content, kumquat helps the body in the formation of collagen, an important component in the human body.
By the way, this is why kumquat extract is used to create cosmetics.
How to eat kumquat as it is
Before eating, it should be washed thoroughly under running water.
Then lightly knead with your fingers so that the essential oil from the peel combines with the pulp of the fruit.
Kumquat is best eaten whole – unpeeled. This is a fruit that does not tolerate fuss and unnecessary movements.
The kumquat has a sweet, thin, edible skin that compensates for the sourness and tartness of the pulp.
If the tartness bothers you, cut one end of the kumquat and squeeze out the juice before eating.
