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Top 5 Longan Fruit Benefits For Your Health!

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If you thought lychees were cute, then you should see their even-more-adorable cousins, the Longan fruit. Longan fruits are similar to lychees on the inside, but have a light brown shell and are smaller. Their flesh has been described as similar tasting to lychees, grapes and even honeydew, but you’re most likely to come across the dried version, as Longans are very picky about which climate they will grow in.

Top 5 Longan Fruit Benefits For Health

Often called “Dragon’s Eye”, these fruits have a delicious, sweet flesh, and are powerhouses of Vitamin C. This makes them great for your skin (as an antioxidant, Vitamin C can help fight off signs of aging), and also boosts your general immunity – important to note in the winter when those coughs and colds keep coming like they’re going outta style. 

1. Low Calorie Count

When you’re on a diet, it can be hard to come up with treats that will be good for your diet but will still feel like a cheat. Even though they are super sweet and delicious, these little fruits pack in just 35 calories per half a cup of fresh Longan fruit, so they’re every dieter’s best friend. (Unfortunately, the dried version, while more nutritionally dense, is also more calorie-dense, so watch out with those.)

2. Anti-Inflammatory

Woman holding leg in pain.

Inflammation can cause pain.

But it isn’t only dieters who should be eating these fruits! Longans have been found to possess anti-inflammatory properties, and seeing as inflammation is a huge factor in many major diseases, we can all do with a little more anti-inflammatory foods in our systems. The fruits also contain a fair amount of iron (they even beat spinach!) which helps to improve blood circulation and also prevents anemia (low red blood cell count which can lead to fatigue and other side effects).

Inflammation is the way in which the body reacts to certain injuries or infectious states. Symptoms of acute inflammation often include redness, swelling, pain, and sometimes even loss of function in the affected areas/organs of the body. Reducing the symptoms of inflammation can help contend with the situation, and bring it under control faster.

There are positive kinds of local inflammation because it’s still part of the body’s natural reaction. And as such, there are benefits to

3. High In Iron And Fiber

The iron boost from these berries is heart-healthy, and even good for your nervous system. They’re known to be relaxing, and are used as anti-depressants – and let’s be real; we all feel down-in-the-dumps occasionally! So even if you are the perfect specimen of health, a little more nutrients never hurt anyone and can help to keep you in top form. 

Constipation is another uncomfortable problem that many people face, and they’re often told to up their fiber intake. That’s because fiber adds bulk to your stools, which helps it move more easily through your system. Fiber is also beneficial at lowering LDL cholesterol – and while there are better sources of fiber out there, Longans are definitely part of a fiber-enriched diet.

4. Combats Stress

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Longan fruit can act as a stress-reliever.

Have you ever tried to fall asleep at night, only to find yourself tossing and turning? How about every night? For people with insomnia, this can be their reality (trust me, I’ve been there!) Luckily though, there are things you can take to help you fall asleep – and the Longan fruit is one of them! This is due to its calming abilities, as insomnia is often caused by stress.

Stress and anxiety are more than just things that keep you up at night or mess up your day. A person’s mental state often has a direct influence on their physical state. Sleep deprivation aside, there are still many symptoms that are associated with anxiety, worry, and stress. While it’s true that we all experience these emotions to some degree, it does not always have to take over our day-to-day life. It’s still possible to decrease one’s stress levels, by consuming a head-healthy diet.

5. Helps Heal Wounds

I know you’re probably not thinking about this yet, but if you’re going to be vacationing in the country this summer, it’s an interesting tip to note: Longan fruits have been used to treat snake bites. Pressing the seed against the bite is supposed to draw out the venom, but to be honest, I’d probably advise that you seek medical attention ASAP. If there isn’t anyone around, though, it’s certainly worth knowing.

Besides their antioxidant properties, Longans are also great at healing wounds – not just snake bites. Vitamin C helps stimulate your body to produce collagen, which helps your skin to heal, and it also fights off free radicals that can be causing skin damage. Damage to the cells (whether the skin or other organs) happens, but it’s not something you want happening on the regular. Cellular damage or deterioration is usually an unwanted state.

Leading a healthier lifestyle (diet, exercise, mentality) is the greatest healing, by and large. Better to live well here and now, and in doing so prevent different kinds of damage down the road.

Conclusion

Wow! For a fruit that tiny, Longan fruits sure do pack a pretty impressive punch. They’re a great addition to your diet (unless you’re pregnant) because of their strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and can be used to target specific issues as well. And the best part is – they taste delicious! So, when you eat a Longan fruit, you’re boosting your health, but it feels like you’re treating yourself. What more could you want?