The benefits and harms of Mandarin

Of all the citrus fruits which are known to us, the most popular is probably the Mandarin. It was this fragrant and juicy fruit is associated with the New Year and Christmas holidays, and maybe that's why he is so loved by not only young children but also adults. However, before praising this fruit, it is better to get to know about its composition, properties, whether tangerines useful: the benefits and harms. First, it should be noted that the sale is a few mandarin varieties, some of which are not known to all. Nevertheless, they all have almost the same, useful for the body of vitamin and mineral composition. The most common are the following varieties: Satsuma; satsumas; Santra; natsumikan; tangelos; incharin; Calamondin.  

Composition Benefits and harms of tangerines mandarins are determined by its composition. In Mandarin as well as in lemons, contains large amounts of vitamin C (or ascorbic acid), which is so important to strengthen our body and is essential for the fight against colds. In addition, tangerines much pectin, glycoside, mineral salts, citric acid, protein, fat, carbohydrates, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sodium, phosphorus, vitamins such as D, K, B1, B2, and the essential oils of . Useful properties of tangerines That tangerines are very useful for our body, it's no secret. Their main usefulness lies in the fact that they are able to enrich the body with essential vitamins complex, which we need in the winter. Studies have shown that contained in citrus fruits, ascorbic acid and volatile have antibacterial properties and help fight colds and viral diseases.

Therefore, during the illness it is recommended to drink tea from tangerine peel, which helps eliminate coughs and has a diuretic effect. In addition, the Mandarin has anti-edematous properties due to the content in it fenolikovoy amino acids, so it is useful in diseases of the bronchi. It has been proven that the use of the citrus contributes to a significant reduction in the risk of developing heart disease, the prevention of atherosclerosis, but also prevents deposition of cholesterol in the walls of blood vessels. Regular consumption of mandarins is able to balance the nervous system and improve the tone.

Mandarins (benefits and harms) are useful for pregnant women. Although it is believed that pregnant women should be careful to eat tangerines, as they can cause an allergic reaction, however, expectant mothers are just as useful as the rest of us. As we know, the body of a pregnant woman needs vitamins, so daily consumption of citrus fruit in a small number of them would fill the body with essential vitamins and minerals. And in order to eliminate the toxicity symptoms will help infusion of tangerine peel, which can be used as a juice or a soft drink. Useful properties of skin We all used to clean mandarin from his skin and throw. This, however, should not be done. As it turned out, tangerine peel at least useful, and health than the fruit itself. It contains large amounts of pectin, essential oil, organic acids, flavonoids, sugars, provitamin A, vitamins B, C, P, organic acids and essential oils. Only the essential oil composition comprises a substance such as alpha-limonene, aldehydes, citral, alcohols and methyl anthranilate. Therefore, buying tangerines, do not rush to get rid of the skin. It is better to cook from them compote, teas or infusions, and use instead of ordinary water from the tap. Injury Benefits and harms of tangerines mandarins can be defined by the presence of contraindications to their use.

Despite the fact that the tangerines, in general, have advantageous properties for any person, but they can also harm yield. However, it is believed that they are harmful only if their use in large amounts. However, there are a number of contraindications, in which even a small amount of Mandarin can cause damage to health. Thus, mandarins contraindicated under the following conditions: inflammation of the intestinal tract; gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer; gastritis, in which there gastric hyperacidity; hepatitis; nephritis; cholecystitis. If you suffer from one or more of these diseases, it is best to limit the use of Mandarin or if they have worsening place temporarily abandon them. Furthermore, tangerines contain a lot of sugar, so these fruits are contraindicated for people suffering from diabetes. And, of course, refrain from mandarins should be those individuals who are allergic to citrus. Do not neglect the advice, as Mandarin is a potent allergen and can cause serious disturbances and disorder. This concerns, above all, children, since they are more susceptible to allergic reactions.