There are very few people who do not like to eat lychee. Lychee is the favorite fruit of all young and old. Juicy and sweet lychees are now readily available on the market. This summer fruit brings thousands of benefits to our body. However, one should not eat too much lychee. Because it also has some side effects. So you should know everything before you use lychee. Only then will it be possible to take food without fear.


Let us know in detail about the benefits and side effects of individual


Lychee Benefits

  • Lychee contains antioxidants that brighten our skin.
  • A large amount of vitamin C in lychee strengthens our immune system, so we are protected from bacteria, viruses, fungi.
  •  Lychee contains vitamins A and C, various minerals such as magnesium, manganese, copper, folic acid, which help in the formation of blood components.
  • Lychee contains a lot of potassium, which lowers the pressure in our blood and blood vessels and increases the normal rate of blood flow. Thus, one of the benefits of drinking lychee is the control of blood pressure.

Side effects of eating too much lychee

  •  Lychee contains 6 calories per 100 grams. If we eat a lot of lychees, we gain weight if we don't use the stored calories properly.
  • Consuming too much lychee lowers blood pressure abnormally. Symptoms may include shortness of breath, heart palpitations, dizziness, and nausea.
  • Lychee helps lower blood glucose levels. So overeating can lead to hypoglycemia, especially during iftar. People with diabetes who control it with medication should use lychee with caution.
  • Since the drug lowers blood glucose levels, and lychee does the same, any danger can arise. Under no circumstances should young children eat lychee on an empty stomach. The consequences can be dire.
  • As many of you know, lychee is a pungent fruit. And since it is a hot fruit, eating lychee in large quantities will disturb the normal temperature balance of our body. This can cause a sore throat, mouth ulcers, and even nosebleeds. This fear is especially high due to the current climate of our country.
  • Consuming more lychee over several days strengthens our immune system. This can increase the incidence of various diseases. Rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, lupus, etc. may increase.
  • Surgery patients risk eating too many lychees. Therefore, those who need surgery should refrain from eating lychee two weeks before and two weeks after surgery in order to have a direct effect on blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  •  Lack of other essential nutrients. Lychee lacks protein, calcium, essential fatty acids. As a result, the normal balance of the body is disturbed when too much lychee is consumed. Therefore, we should all consume lychee in moderation.