Can you still eat longan if it has white hair on the outside?

Longans with white hairs on the outside are usually not edible, as they can easily cause intestinal diseases.

There are white hairs on the outside of longan, which may be caused by long storage time or improper storage, causing the longan to deteriorate and moldy. Longan contains a large amount of bacteria or toxic substances. After these bacteria enter the body, they may cause serious damage to the intestines, prone to intestinal dysfunction, obvious abdominal distension or diarrhea, and the nutritional value of longan will also be lost in large quantities, the taste will decrease, and it will easily become bitter, so do not eat spoiled food.

The nutritional value of longan is generally relatively high. It is rich in protein or carbohydrates, as well as trace elements such as calcium, iron, and zinc. After eating, it can replenish blood. At the same time, it can also improve qi and blood deficiency, insomnia, and effectively improve personal immunity. It is suitable for eating during pregnancy to promote fetal growth and development, but the intake should be controlled, because longan is a gentle food. Eating too much can easily lead to high blood sugar, and may also cause sore throat or mouth ulcers.

People with diabetes cannot eat longan in their daily life, as it is easy for them to have difficulty controlling their blood sugar. They should pay attention to nutritional diversity and eat more apples, bananas or high-protein foods.