Properties of the medlar and its nutritional composition
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| Japanese medlar (Eryobotria japonica) |
There are two kinds of medlars: the European Nispero (Germanic Mespilus) and the Japanese Nispero (Eryobotria japonica), the latter, better known in the markets, has taken its common name from the European, and it is from this, to which we refer in this chance.
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| European medlar Japanese medlar (loquat) |
The medlar is low in sodium and high in potassium an essential component that helps control blood pressure and prevents heart attacks.
It contains a dietary fiber, such as pectin, which maintains moisture in the colon and functions as a natural laxative, which reduces blood cholesterol levels, as it reduces its reabsorption by the body.
The vitamin intake is scarce, highlighting the contribution in vitamin A, C and some of the vitamin B complex.
The contribution of vitamin A is due to its content of beta carotene, substances that, once ingested, are converted into vitamin A and give it its characteristic orange color.
These carotenoids that contribute are important to help maintain our sight and prevent their diseases.
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| Illustration of properties and benefits of medlar |