The benefits of seasonal plums... Do they change inflammation and anti-cancer effects?

Body damage - reduces aging and prevents mutations... excellent anti-cancer effects

◆ "Don't pick the plum right after it ripens under the jujube tree"... Delicious plums

Plum blossoms are also called "Oyat flowers," and the old saying "Do not wear a hat under the plum tree" means not to do things that could be misunderstood. The appearance of a plum is similar to a peach, but it is smaller and has a sour taste. It is also called "Jado," meaning a purple peach. According to the National Institute of Agricultural Sciences, the varieties we currently eat were introduced around 1920 from Western cultivated plums. The variety called "Daeseok" is the earliest to be shipped among plums, with the harvest season in greenhouses in early May and in open fields in mid-June, and it has a high sugar content with a red color.

◆ Body damage - reduces aging... excellent anti-cancer effects to fight cancer

The key component of plum is phytochemical. It is a plant-derived chemical substance with physiological activity beneficial to health. Plums are reported to have antioxidant power 4.4 times higher than that of apples. They reduce body oxidation (damage-aging) and prevent mutations, making them particularly effective in fighting cancer (according to the National Cancer Information Center). Clinical studies also indicate that regular intake of phenolic phytochemicals from plums can reduce the risk of vascular diseases such as stroke and heart disease.

◆ Anthocyanins, the main component found in blueberries... Effect of reducing cholesterol

Plums contain a high amount of anthocyanins, pigments that produce a deep blue color. They are known as the main components of blueberries and grapes. They have excellent antioxidant and anticancer effects and are good for eye health. They are also rich in dietary fiber, which helps reduce blood cholesterol levels and 'bad' LDL cholesterol caused by greasy foods. They contain various vitamins, malic acid, and citric acid, which help boost immunity and skin health. They are also high in calcium, which is good for bones.