The rich content of essential oils, antioxidants, and vitamin C makes pomelo very useful in the fight against viral infections. Pomelo tea is even used in China as a preventive measure against the bird flu.

Pomelo contains a lipolytic enzyme that helps break down and absorb proteins, which makes it the perfect food for athletes, and it’s also suitable for weight loss.

Pomelo juice can be used for treating hypertension because it reduces high blood pressure. According to Thais, pomelo can even cure asthma and tuberculosis, and it also acts prophylactically against cancer.