Calamansi juice is extremely healthy but if you want to find out more about its specific benefits, read this article.
Calamansi juice is not just a refreshing drink but is also a nutritious
thirst-quencher. This little round citrus fruit may well be considered as a
superfood because of its many amazing health benefits. Calamansi is
relatively affordable, readily available in supermarkets, and easy to
prepare. And if you want your own calamansi shrub, you can plant your own in
your backyard or even in a pot because it’s not really a sensitive or hard-to-grow crop.
What is calamansi?
Calamansi or
citrus microcarpa is also known as lemonsito in other parts of the Philippines and
calamondin, Philippine lemon, or Philippine lime to the rest of the
world.
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This citrus fruit is widely used in the Philippines as well as around
Southeast Asia, most notably in food and beverages. Aside from that, calamansi
is used commercially in household cleaning products and personal bath
products.
The calamansi shrub grows up to six meters but based on my experience, they
don’t really grow that tall when planted in pots or even in the backyard.
The characteristics of calamansi
The calamansi fruit is highly aromatic and is very sour when unripe but
develops a slightly sweet flavor when ripe. This small fruit is packed with
flavors; that’s why Chef Anna Olson is also a
fan of calamansi.
It adds a lot of zesty flavors to dishes, when added either directly or in
marinades. Calamansi zest can be added to leche flan while calamansi leaves
can be added to biko (Filipino sweet rice cake) for a delicious tangy
scent.
Calamansi is commonly squeezed onto noodle dishes like pancit (bihon guisado, palabok, malabon, miki,
etc.), mami and lomi, and arroz caldo. It is also
used in dipping sauces for fried and grilled fish, grilled pork, and chicken.
Calamansi can be used in practically any rich and savory dish to balance the
flavors.
During the dry season in the Philippines, we love to make calamansi juice
because of its refreshing and invigorating flavors. We sweeten it with a
little honey for a really healthy drink.
The health benefits of calamansi
We all know that calamansi, being a citrus fruit, has health advantages. But
what specific benefits does calamansi really bring to the body? Here they are:
1. Boosts immunity
Calamansi has high Vitamin C content as well as other nutrients like
potassium, calcium, and Vitamin A. Vitamin C is a well-known nutrient in
boosting the body’s immune system to help it fight diseases, which is what we
all need these days.
2. Helps retain skin and muscle health
Calamansi’s Vitamin C content is essential in helping the body produce
collagen, a necessary component to help bind tissues in the body together.
Collagen is also vital in keeping the skin and muscles healthy and supple.
3. Has anti-inflammatory properties
The rind of calamansi contains
tannins, substances that are known for their anti-inflammatory properties.
Anti-inflammatory agents help in alleviating swelling due to cellular injury
or damage. Aside from that, tannins also aid in proper blood clotting.
4. Helps the body eliminate mucus
The Vitamin C as well as high acidic content of calamansi, works well in
helping the body eliminate phlegm from the respiratory system.
5. Reduces bad cholesterol and glucose levels
Calamansi, as well as other citrus fruits, have been reported to help reduce
bad cholesterol as well as glucose levels in the body.
6. Regulates blood pressure
The tannins in calamansi also provide advantages in the regulation of blood
pressure.
7. Flushes out toxins
The high Vitamin C and nutrient content of Vitamin C also work wonders in
helping the body flush out harmful toxins.
8. Smoothens the skin
Calamansi has high citric acid content that can help eliminate rough and dark
skin to reveal smooth and white skin. As such, calamansi juice is widely used by Filipinos as an affordable skin-bleaching agent for underarms, elbows, and
knees. Some Filipinos also apply it directly to pimples to help dry these out.
This beauty benefit of calamansi is the reason why its extracts are also added
to soaps and lotions.
How to make a simple yet delicious calamansi juice
Making calamansi is really just a straightforward process. The amount of
calamansi fruits that you will need will depend on the quantity of juice that
you would like to prepare. We have a calamansi shrub in our backyard; that’s
why the supply is not a problem for us.
For a pitcher of calamansi juice, these are the ingredients that I recommend:
- 50 pieces of calamansi
- Honey or brown sugar as sweetener
- Around a liter of cold water
For the kitchen utensils, you will need a knife, chopping board, spoon, and
pitcher.
Slice the calamansi and squeeze out the juice into the pitcher. Add cold
water, sweeten with honey or brown sugar, and enjoy it. You can put it in the
refrigerator if you want it colder or if you will consume it at a later time.
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Calamansi Juice
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Servings: 1
Calories per serving: 333
How to make calamansi juice.
Ingredients:
- 50 pieces of calamansi
- A liter of cold water
- Honey or brown sugar
Instructions:
- Cut the calamansi and squeeze out the juice into the pitcher.
- Add cold water.
- Sweeten with honey or brown sugar.
- Chill in the refrigerator if you want it colder. Serve and enjoy. RATE THIS RECIPE
Epilogue
Calamansi is an affordable fruit that is packed with many health-giving
benefits. It’s widely-used in Philippine kitchens because it’s a staple in
most local dishes. As such, calamansi is most often a part of the typical
Filipino diet. You can also enjoy the full flavor of calamansi by making it
into a delicious and refreshing juice drink.
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These are awesome facts and effective in a manner that were looking forward each day if having a dose of calamansi
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ReplyDeleteCute na madaling bilhin napaka healthy pa🥰 yes napakaraming health benefits di lang sa loob ng katawan pati sa labas at so refreshing nito pag ginawang juice at ang daming niyang pinaggagamitan para sa pagkain
ReplyDeleteNapakaliit pero napakadaming benefits and uses! Very healthy and refreshing 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
ReplyDeleteSobrang Ganda po talaga ng Benefits Nitong Calamansi 💯❤ truly Highly recommended at talagang nakakatulong sa ating Pangangatawan
ReplyDeleteTalagang ang daming benefits ng calamansi juice na good for our body ❤️🥰
ReplyDeleteI totally agree with this 8benefits of Kalamansi.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this blog po. Truly appreciate this for it is very informative and interesting. Kalamansi is very beneficial and so worth it for its great health benefits.
I love its benefits, super healthy naman talaga ng calamansi. I like your recipe, this is very timely masarap uminom ng calamansi pag malamig ang panahon para I was cold and cough na din.
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