Tangerines, oranges, grapefruits... These look similar in size, and they all taste sour and sweet. What is the connection and difference between them?

Tangerine moistens the lungs and resolves phlegm.

Orange, about the size of a ping-pong ball, has a flat spherical shape, mostly orange-yellow or orange-red, with loose peel, easy to peel, fragrant, with protrusions on the top and concave umbilical end.

It is worth mentioning that not all citrus are citrus fruits, and some are also tangerines. Oranges are rich in citric acid, vitamins and essential elements such as calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and sodium.

It has the effect of promoting fluid and relieving cough, and is used for gastrointestinal dryness and heat; it has the effect of diuretic and stomach, and is used for abdominal discomfort and dysuria; it has the effect of moistening the lung and resolving phlegm, and is suitable for cough due to lung heat.

Oranges are a relatively mild fruit, so even sick people can eat them properly. Usually, it is better to choose medium to small, the fruit shape is correct, the surface is smooth and the oil cells on the top are dense.

Kumquat peel better than pulp.

The smallest kumquat is a typical representative of the kumquat genus. Although the pulp is small, it can be eaten with the skin. The nutritional value of kumquat peel is surprising.

80% of vitamin C is stored in the peel, which not only detoxifies the liver, but also protects the eyes and protects the immune system. Its nutritional value ranks among the best among citrus fruits.

The skin of kumquats is thick and smooth, with many oil cells (that is, pressing produces aromatic gases). In addition to eating fresh with the skin on, it is also often used to make candied fruit, beverages, fruit wine and other snack foods.

If you refine the smell of oranges, you can make your own!

There are many citrus-infused beverages: freshly squeezed citrus juice, tangerine tea, milk tangerine, citrus chocolate, mulled wine, ... you try to start with the simplest tangerine nectar!

1. Wash the skin of the orange and cut it into thin slices to dry or dry (if time does not allow, this step can be omitted).

2. Then in a one-to-one manner, stack the orange slices and sugar (or honey) layer by layer into the jar in equal proportions, and it will take about 2 to 3 days to open the box and eat!

When needed, add sparkling water, tea bags...you can have a cup of fresh orange beverages at your fingertips! However, people with allergies should not eat too much.