What is the Lychee?
The lychee (Photo by Wesley), laichi or lichu is a tropical fruit originally from Southern China. This low-calorie fruit has more Vitamin C than citrus fruits, as much fiber as an apple and potassium levels comparable to a banana.
The fruit is primarily found in the following countries:
- Bangladesh
- China
- India
- Indonesia
- Madagascar
- Mexico
- Nepal
- Pakistan
- Phillipines
- Southern Africa
- Taiwan
- Thailand
- Vietnam
Some nutritional benefits are:
- Dietary Fiber
- Vitamin C
- Potassium
The fruit can help with:
- Gastrointestinal Health
- Overall wellness
A study found in the Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology publication done by a Chinese team, found that the fruit may have anti-breast cancer properties.
(Photo by Wesley)
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{ 3 comments… read them below or add one }
Great fruit the lychee. Any recipes to make a dessert with?
JoAnn,
Have you subscribed to the blog? I will be posting some recipes for Lychee in the coming weeks.
In the mean time, you might check out these:
http://www.lycheesonline.com/recipes.cfm
May I ask how you found the site?
Thanks,
Jenny