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Lychee

December 20th, 2009

What is the Lychee?

Lychee by Wesley

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.

How the Fruit fights cancer

Inside of a Lychee

(Photo by Wesley)

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