Jiayingzi, also known as plums or mountain plums, was called Jiaqingzi in ancient times. The following is a detailed introduction about Jiayingzi:

1. Historical Background

The name Jiayingzi derives from its historical background. In the Tang Dynasty, the Jiaqing area of Kyoto was rich in plum trees, and its fruits were sweet and delicious, and were known as "the beauty of Kyoto", so it was named "Jiaqing Li". Later, because the plum is the fruit of the plum tree, it is also called Jiakeiko. After the Song Dynasty, people gradually referred to dried plums as Jiaqingzi. In some parts of our country, plums are still called "Jiaqingzi" or "Jiayingzi", which may be due to the similar pronunciation of "Qing" and "Ying".

Second, the production and taste

Jiayingzi was originally a specialty of Quanzhou and Zhangzhou in Fujian, and later the production technology of Chaozhou and Zhangzhou was even better. Jiayingzi is a candied fruit made from dried plums, and the pitted ones are called chemical core Jiayingzi. Its sweet and sour taste is moderately sweet and sour, and it has a delicious taste that many people have from their childhood.

3. Efficacy and function

Promote digestion: Jiayingzi has a taste of acid, which can promote the secretion of gastric acid and gastric digestive enzymes, and has a good effect on gastric acid deficiency, post-food fullness, and constipation.
Diuresis and swelling: Jiayingzi fresh meat contains a large number of amino acids, which has the effect of diuresis and swelling, and has an adjuvant treatment effect on liver cirrhosis.
Anti-aging and disease prevention: Jiaying seed is rich in a variety of nutrients, including a very high content of antioxidants, which can be called the "super fruit" of anti-aging and disease prevention.
To sum up, Jiayingzi is not only a delicious candied fruit, but also has certain health benefits. If you haven't tried Jiayingzi yet, you might as well look for this delicious candied fruit the next time you go to the supermarket!