26/04/2018
Dalandan is a local Philippine orange fruit but its skin or rind color is deep green and does not turn to orange even when ripe. The juicy, tangy and sharp but sweet pulps are definitely orange in color though. The probable reason for this is the local growing conditions and temperature in the country which the fruit has adapted to. It originated from China and it developed a unique sweet, aromatic and yet acidic flavor in our local environment. There are varieties that are bigger, more sour or sweeter from the others. Ever resourceful as they are, the locals just eat the sour varieties with salt and eating fun continues. It is widely scattered and grown throughout the country.
Dalandan Health Benefits and its Medicinal Use:
• This fruit is very rich in vitamin C.
• It is good for women who are at the first trimester of their pregnancy because according to elders, eating lots of this fruits can provide the baby a healthy and unblemished skin and strong immune system.
• Its juice is also a very good appetite suppressant so it is recommended for weight watchers.
• It is used to relieve nausea and vomiting.
• The extracted essence of its seeds and leaves are used for regulating menstruation, treatment of cough and relief of rheumatism, swelling and muscle pains.
• The freshly squeeze juice is used in cleansing and disinfecting wounds.
• The rind of this fruit is effective in relief of dizziness and car sickness. Just smell the crushed fresh and you will immediately feel the relief.
