December 3, 2023 | 06:39 pm PT
I usually eat pomelos after ingesting alcohol as a result of I believe this fruit is wealthy in water and vitamin C, which can assist relieve alcohol’s results. Is it true? (Tien, 40, Hanoi)
Reply:
Pomelos can carry many well being advantages akin to relieving coughs, treating an consuming dysfunction, and stopping automotive sick. It has many nutritional vitamins and minerals which can be good for the well being.
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Pomelos carry numerous well being advantages. Illustration photograph by Freepik |
Nonetheless, it doesn’t assist relieve alcohol’s results. Actually, the furanocoumarin compound discovered on this fruit leverages the impacts of ethanol in alcohol, which is unhealthy for well being. It is suggested to solely devour pomelos not less than 48 hours after alcohol consumption.
Although pomelos are typically good for these with diabetes, it’s prompt to seek the advice of along with your physician about your pomelo consumption in case you are underneath different illness therapies with the intention to keep away from undesirable unwanted effects.
Dr. Bui Dac Sang
Vietnam Academy of Science and Know-how