Loquat is rich in dietary fiber and mineral elements. Every 100 grams of loquat contains 0.4 grams of protein, 6.6 grams of carbohydrates, and it also contains vitamin B1 and vitamin C, making it an effective weight-loss fruit.
According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, weight loss should focus on strengthening the spleen, promoting water metabolism, and clearing phlegm. Loquat possesses these effects, making it a good choice for weight loss. Here are two ways to consume loquat:
Loquat porridge
Ingredients: 250 grams of loquat flesh, 50 grams of glutinous rice, appropriate amount of rock sugar.
Method: Boil rock sugar in water, then add clean glutinous rice and cook until the porridge is done. Add the processed loquat flesh and cook for another 10 minutes. Serve hot.
Loquat paste
Ingredients: 500 grams of loquat flesh, 600 grams of rock sugar.
Method: Boil rock sugar in boiling water until dissolved, then add the loquat flesh and continue cooking until the mixture thickens into a paste.