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        "rendered": "<div style=\"position:relative;width:100%;min-height:340px;background:linear-gradient(135deg,#2c3e6b,#4a5fa5,#7d8fd1);border-radius:12px;margin:0 0 24px 0;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;padding:40px;\">\n<h1 style=\"color:#ffffff;margin:0;text-align:center;\">Pomelo (Citrus maxima)<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"eh-arch\">\n<div class=\"ea-steck\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"k\">Botanical name<\/div>\n<div class=\"v\">Citrus maxima<small>Rutaceae (also known as pomelo)<\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"k\">is used<\/div>\n<div class=\"v\">pulp<small>Bowl for candied foods and flavorings<\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"k\">The taste<\/div>\n<div class=\"v\">Mildly sweet, barely bitter<small>less acidic than grapefruit<\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"k\">Origin<\/div>\n<div class=\"v\">Southeast Asia, South China<small>one of the original citrus species<\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"k\">Known for<\/div>\n<div class=\"v\">Largest citrus fruit<small>and the original species of grapefruit<\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"k\">season<\/div>\n<div class=\"v\">October to February<small>almost exclusively imports<\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ea-body\">\n<nav class=\"ea-nav\">\n<div class=\"t\">On this page<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"#herkunft\">Origin<\/a><a href=\"#nutzen\">To use<\/a><a href=\"#inhalt\">Ingredients<\/a><a href=\"#kombi\">Reinforced combinations &amp; what clashes<\/a><a href=\"#gerichte\">In the kitchen<\/a><a href=\"#hausmittel\">As a home remedy<\/a><a href=\"#tradition\">Ayurveda &amp; TCM<\/a><a href=\"#warn\">Warning notices<\/a><a href=\"#passend\">Related to the topic<\/a><a href=\"#quellen\">Sources<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"box\"><b>In short<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The pomelo is the largest of all citrus fruits \u2013 with a thick peel, large, juicy segments, and a mild, sweet flavor. It provides plenty of vitamin C while being low in calories. However, as a ancestor of the grapefruit, it also contains furanocoumarins, which can inhibit the breakdown of some medications. Anyone taking medication should therefore consult their doctor beforehand.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/nav>\n<div>\n<section class=\"ea-k\" id=\"herkunft\">\n<h2><span>Origin<\/span>The mother of the grapefruit<\/h2>\n<div class=\"eh-kraeuter-img\"><img class=\"lazyload\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/edenshealth.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pomelo-citrus-maxima-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Aufgeschnittene Pomelo auf einem Holzbrett\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:14px;border:2px solid rgba(201,162,75,0.4);box-shadow:0 8px 24px rgba(23,58,36,0.15);\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"ea-satz\">Genetic analyses show that the pomelo is one of the few true ancestral species from which almost all of today&#039;s citrus fruits originated.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ea-drop\">The pomelo originates from Southeast Asia and southern China, where it has been cultivated for millennia. Along with the mandarin orange and the citron, it is one of the ancestors of our citrus fruits: the orange evolved from the pomelo and mandarin orange, and later the grapefruit from the pomelo and orange. Seafarers brought it to Europe; an English captain named Shaddock is said to have introduced it to the Caribbean in the 17th century \u2013 hence its English name. <em>shaddock<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>The fruits grow to be 15 to 30 cm long and often weigh 1 to 2 kg. Beneath the soft peel, which can be several centimeters thick, lie large segments whose membranes are bitter. Pomelos are primarily imported to Germany from China, Israel, and South Africa. Hybrids such as Sweetie or Oroblanco (pomelo \u00d7 grapefruit) are also available commercially. In China, the pomelo is considered a lucky fruit during the Mid-Autumn Festival.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"ea-k\" id=\"nutzen\">\n<h2><span>To use<\/span>What Pomelo does for you<\/h2>\n<p class=\"ea-drop\">According to the USDA, 100 g of pomelo pulp provides approximately 61 mg of vitamin D. <strong>Vitamin C<\/strong>, 216 mg <strong>potassium<\/strong>, approximately 1 g of fiber and only around 38 kcal. A 150 g serving thus already covers the daily requirement of vitamin C. It also contains folate, flavonoids such as naringin and hesperidin, and, in pink varieties, some lycopene and beta-carotene.<\/p>\n<p>Because it contains a lot of water and little acid, the pomelo is refreshing and easier for many people to digest than grapefruit. The large segments are filling and go well in savory salads. There are no reliable studies on any special health benefits \u2013 the pomelo is a good source of vitamin C, nothing more.<\/p>\n<p>Another important characteristic is that pomelos contain, like grapefruits, <strong>Furanocoumarins<\/strong>, for example bergamottin. They inhibit the enzyme in the intestine. <strong>CYP3A4<\/strong>, which breaks down many drugs. The Canadian researchers who discovered the grapefruit interaction explicitly mention pomelos as being affected as well. A case has been described from Japan in which the blood level of the transplant drug tacrolimus rose significantly after the consumption of pomelo.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ea-zahlen\">\n<div class=\"ea-zahl\"><b>approx. 61 mg<\/b><span>Vitamin C per 100 g<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ea-zahl\"><b>approx. 38 kcal<\/b><span>per 100 g<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ea-zahl\"><b>1\u20132 kg<\/b><span>a typical fruit weighs<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ea-zahl\"><b>up to 3 days<\/b><span>can the enzyme inhibition continue<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"ea-k\" id=\"inhalt\">\n<h2><span>Ingredients<\/span>That&#039;s what&#039;s inside the pomelo<\/h2>\n<p>Pomelos consist of approximately 89% water and contain fructose, citric acid, vitamin C, potassium, folate, pectin, the flavonoids naringin, naringenin, and hesperidin, as well as limonoids. Pink varieties provide lycopene and beta-carotene. The peel and membranes contain essential oil, bitter substances, and particularly high concentrations of furanocoumarins such as bergamottin and 6\u2032,7\u2032-dihydroxybergamottin.<\/p>\n<p>The furanocoumarin content varies greatly between varieties and growing regions. Because it cannot be detected when buying pomelo, people taking relevant medications should treat it like grapefruit.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"ea-k\" id=\"kombi\">\n<h2><span>Enhanced combinations<\/span>What makes pomelo stronger<\/h2>\n<p>The mild pomelo can tolerate strong partners - and needs distance from some tablets.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ea-kombi\">\n<div class=\"c\"><span class=\"tag\">lettuce<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"mit\">with <i>Coriander, mint &amp; peanuts<\/i><\/div>\n<p>The Thai classic Yam Som-O.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c\"><span class=\"tag\">Fat<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"mit\">with <i>avocado<\/i><\/div>\n<p>Carotenoids from the pink varieties are absorbed better.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c\"><span class=\"tag\">iron<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"mit\">with <i>Lentils or spinach<\/i><\/div>\n<p>Vitamin C helps with the absorption of plant-based iron.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c\"><span class=\"tag\">Sharpness<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"mit\">with <i>Chili &amp; Lime<\/i><\/div>\n<p>Awakens the mild aroma.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c\"><span class=\"tag\">Fish<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"mit\">with <i>Shrimp or salmon<\/i><\/div>\n<p>A refreshing contrast to Omega-3 fat.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c\"><span class=\"tag\">Breakfast<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"mit\">with <i>natural yogurt<\/i><\/div>\n<p>Adding protein makes it more filling.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"ea-beisst-h\"><span>What contradicts itself<\/span>It&#039;s best to avoid these combinations.<\/h3>\n<div class=\"ea-kombi beisst\">\n<div class=\"c\"><span class=\"tag\">Statin<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"mit\">not with <i>Simvastatin, lovastatin, atorvastatin<\/i><\/div>\n<p>More active ingredient in the blood.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c\"><span class=\"tag\">transplantation<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"mit\">not with <i>Tacrolimus or cyclosporine<\/i><\/div>\n<p>Dangerously high mirrors are possible.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c\"><span class=\"tag\">blood pressure<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"mit\">not with <i>Felodipine, nifedipine &amp; Co.<\/i><\/div>\n<p>Blood pressure can drop too low.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c\"><span class=\"tag\">Distance<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"mit\">not on <i>time interval<\/i> leave<\/div>\n<p>The inhibition lasts up to three days.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c\"><span class=\"tag\">Hides<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"mit\">not the <i>white partitions<\/i> eat<\/div>\n<p>Bitter and rich in furanocoumarins.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c\"><span class=\"tag\">Peel<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"mit\">not <i>Candy unwashed<\/i><\/div>\n<p>Use only untreated peel.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"ea-k\" id=\"gerichte\">\n<h2><span>In the kitchen<\/span>Where she belongs<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"ea-gerichte\">\n<li><span class=\"g\">Pure for breakfast<\/span><span class=\"w\">Detach segments from the skin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"g\">Yam Som-O<\/span><span class=\"w\">Thai pomelo salad with peanuts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"g\">Vietnamese salad<\/span><span class=\"w\">Goi b\u01b0\u1edfi with shrimp and herbs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"g\">Winter salad<\/span><span class=\"w\">With fennel and lamb&#039;s lettuce.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"g\">Avocado bowl<\/span><span class=\"w\">With pomelo, rice and sesame seeds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"g\">fruit salad<\/span><span class=\"w\">With kiwi and pomegranate.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"g\">Candied peel<\/span><span class=\"w\">Made from untreated fruit.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"g\">jam<\/span><span class=\"w\">With a little ginger.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"g\">Yogurt dessert<\/span><span class=\"w\">With mint and honey.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"g\">Chinese dessert<\/span><span class=\"w\">Mango Pomelo Sago.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"ea-tipp\"><b>Rule of thumb:<\/b> Cut off the top, score the thick peel in strips, and peel it off. Then divide the fruit into segments and open each segment like a book: the flesh can be removed from the bitter skin in one piece.<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"ea-k\" id=\"hausmittel\">\n<h2><span>As a home remedy<\/span>Pomelo and herb salad as a vitamin C plate<\/h2>\n<div class=\"ea-rezept\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"k\">Here&#039;s how it works<\/div>\n<h3>Pomelo and herb salad<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Peel half a pomelo, remove the segments from the membranes and tear them into bite-sized pieces.<\/li>\n<li>Mix with a handful of coriander and mint, half a chili and a tablespoon of chopped peanuts.<\/li>\n<li>Season with the juice of half a lime and a teaspoon of oil.<\/li>\n<li>Eat immediately - Vitamin C is sensitive to prolonged standing.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"k\">For what<\/div>\n<p>A fresh, low-calorie side dish in winter when local fruit is scarce. Combined with lentils, tofu, or fish, the vitamin C helps with the absorption of plant-based iron.<\/p>\n<div class=\"k\" style=\"margin-top:14px\">Crowd<\/div>\n<p>A serving of approximately 150g of fruit pulp covers the daily requirement of vitamin C. This applies only if no relevant medications are being taken \u2013 if in doubt, consult a doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"ea-k\" id=\"tradition\">\n<h2><span>Ayurveda &amp; TCM<\/span>What the old systems say<\/h2>\n<div class=\"ea-trad\">\n<div>\n<h3>Ayurveda<\/h3>\n<p>The pomelo is used in Ayurveda as <em>Madhukarkati<\/em> It is well-known and considered sweet and sour, cooling, and heart-strengthening. According to current classification, it calms Pitta and is beneficial for Vata in moderation; the peel is described as aiding digestion.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3>Traditional Chinese Medicine<\/h3>\n<p>In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the pomelo is called You Zi: cold, sweet-sour, and associated with the stomach and lungs. It is said to relieve food stagnation and quench thirst. The peel (Hua Ju Hong) is considered warming and is used for coughs with a lot of phlegm.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"ea-k\" id=\"warn\">\n<h2><span>Warning notices<\/span>When you should be careful<\/h2>\n<div class=\"ea-warn\">\n<h3>Please note<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Medications:<\/strong> Like grapefruit, pomelo contains furanocoumarins and can enhance the effects of many medications\u2014for example, some statins, calcium channel blockers, immunosuppressants, and cancer drugs. Read the package insert or ask at the pharmacy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No distance:<\/strong> Enzyme inhibition can last up to three days - a time interval between taking the tablet and the medication does not provide reliable protection.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Intersections:<\/strong> Sweetie, Oroblanco and Grapefruit are also affected.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Potassium:<\/strong> Those with impaired kidney function who need to avoid potassium should only eat large pomelos in small portions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Peel:<\/strong> Use only untreated fruit for candying; imported fruit is often waxed and treated with preservatives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"ea-hinw\">This page provides information and does not replace medical advice. If symptoms persist, please consult a doctor.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"ea-k\" id=\"passend\">\n<h2><span>Related to the topic<\/span>Read on and cook along!<\/h2>\n<div class=\"ea-passend\"><a href=\"\/en\/wiki-archiv\/grapefruit-citrus-paradisi\/\"><span class=\"art\">Archive<\/span><span class=\"n\">grapefruit<\/span><span class=\"d\">The famous daughter with the same interactions.<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/en\/wiki-archiv\/orange-citrus-sinensis\/\"><span class=\"art\">Archive<\/span><span class=\"n\">Orange<\/span><span class=\"d\">Also a descendant of Pomelo.<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/en\/wiki-archiv\/mandarine-citrus-reticulata\/\"><span class=\"art\">Archive<\/span><span class=\"n\">mandarin<\/span><span class=\"d\">The second original citrus species.<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/en\/wiki-archiv\/limette-citrus-aurantiifolia\/\"><span class=\"art\">Archive<\/span><span class=\"n\">lime<\/span><span class=\"d\">Acid for the pomelo salad.<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/en\/wiki-archiv\/johanniskraut-hypericum-perforatum-2\/\"><span class=\"art\">Archive<\/span><span class=\"n\">St. John&#039;s wort<\/span><span class=\"d\">The other major interaction.<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/en\/product\/vitamin-c-aus-acerola\/\"><span class=\"art\">Our shop<\/span><span class=\"n\">Vitamin C from acerola<\/span><span class=\"d\">Vitamin C without furanocoumarins.<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p class=\"ea-hinw\">Shop links lead to our product pages; it is indicated there if a partner is involved.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"ea-k ea-quellen\" id=\"quellen\">\n<h2><span>Sources<\/span>What is this based on?<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Wu GA et al. <em>Genomics of the origin and evolution of Citrus.<\/em> Nature 2018; 554: 311\u2013316.<\/li>\n<li>Bailey DG, Dresser G, Arnold JMO. <em>Grapefruit\u2013medication interactions: forbidden fruit or avoidable consequences?<\/em> CMAJ 2013; 185(4): 309\u2013316.<\/li>\n<li>Egashira K et al. <em>Pomelo-induced increase in the blood level of tacrolimus in a renal transplant patient.<\/em> Transplantation 2003; 75(7).<\/li>\n<li>Cancer Information Service, German Cancer Research Center: <em>Citrus fruits and interactions with cancer medications.<\/em><\/li>\n<li>USDA FoodData Central: <em>Pummelo, raw<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>",
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