Longan

Longan contains several vitamins and minerals, including iron, magnesium, phosphorus and potassium, and large amounts of vitamins A and C.  A recent study on euphoria fruit also identified and quantified phenolic compounds in the fruit, such as gallic acid, corilagin, and ellagic acid, indicating that the fruit may have antioxidant, chemo-preventive, and liver protective properties.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, longan is used primarily to tonify the blood.  Blood tonics are generally used for symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, palpitations, pale face and tongue, and poor vision. In addition to the above symptoms, this fruit is also used to nourish the spirit, encourage restful sleep, reduce anxiety, and calm an agitated mind.

No wonder it is called Longan!