1. Relieves cough and asthma

After apricots enter the human intestine, they will be decomposed by the intestines and produce a small amount of "hydrocyanic acid". Medical research shows that "hydrocyanic acid" can have a calming effect on the respiratory central nervous system, so it can relieve coughs and asthma.

2. Lower cholesterol

Apricots are rich in vitamin E and some monounsaturated fatty acids, which can reduce the cholesterol ratio in human blood and are suitable for people with high blood fat and high cholesterol.

3. Loose intestines and relieve constipation

Apricots contain a large amount of dietary fiber and water. After eating, they can absorb a large amount of water and swell in the stomach, stimulate gastrointestinal peristalsis, and accelerate the discharge of feces. It has a certain therapeutic effect on constipation.

4. Beauty care

Apricots contain vitamin C and many other antioxidant substances. After eating, they can remove free radicals in the body and slow down the aging of cells. They are especially suitable for Women consume it in summer and autumn to reduce environmental damage to the skin and slow down aging.

5. Prevent cardiovascular disease

Apricots contain a large amount of flavonoids, which have the activity of regulating heart muscles and nerves. Therefore, eating apricots can effectively prevent heart disease. and the occurrence of myocardial infarction.

6. Prevent thrombosis

Apricots contain a lot of vitamin C and polyphenols, which have strong antioxidant effects. They also have a lowering effect on cholesterol in blood vessels and can promote Cholesterol is converted into bile acids, reducing the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular thrombosis.

7. Anti-cancer and anti-cancer

Apricots contain a large amount of vitamin B17. Vitamin B17 has strong antioxidant and anti-cancer activity, which can slow down cell aging and inhibit the growth of normal cells. It also has a killing effect on cancer cells and is often used as an anti-cancer active factor.

Unripe apricots contain more flavonoids, which can prevent heart disease and reduce myocardial infarction.

However, some contraindications cannot be ignored:

1. Apricots must not be eaten on an empty stomach, because eating apricots on an empty stomach will cause extreme damage to the stomach.

2. It is best to eat 4-5 apricots a day and not too much. As the saying goes, "Peaches nourish people, apricots hurt people, and dead people are buried under plum trees."

3. Apricots should not be eaten with raw and wet foods (such as fatty pork, duck, etc.).

4. Apricots have good heat and miscarriage properties, so pregnant women should not eat them.

5. Although almonds have many medicinal and edible values, they should not be eaten in large quantities. Excessive consumption may cause poisoning. It is recommended that adults consume no more than 6 almonds per day.

6. Apricot peels can be eaten. You can eat it directly after washing the fur on the skin. It is difficult to peel the fresh ones. If it is cooked well, it will taste better if you peel it off