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Yuzu

Intensely aromatic East Asian citrus very high in vitamin C, used for its juice, zest, and fragrance rather than eaten whole.

Benefits

Key compounds

Vitamin C (very high)limonenehesperidinnaringinaromatic terpenes

May help with

Best for these goals

Immunityantioxidantstress & calm

How to use it

Use the zest and juice to flavor sauces, dressings, and drinks; float whole fruit in a warm bath

Evidence level

Nutritional

Cautions & interactions

Very tart and seedy — used mainly for juice and zest rather than eaten as flesh
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