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ปhat do you know about the two fruits in the pictures?
FHuits from Asia
The kiwi fruit is originally from China. The small oval-shaped fruit
(ets its name from the native bird of New Zealand, the kiwi. Both the
ir and bird have fuzzy brown skin. Inside, the fruit is bright green with
ยiny black seeds. It tastes like a combination of a strawberry, a melon, and a banana.
But the kiwi is much more than an exotic fruit. According to recent studies, the kiwi has the
most nutrients of all fruits. It is an excellent source of vitamin C, and it is good for colds and
asthma. Studies show that kiwi can help children with breathing problems and coughs. Kiwis
also help reduce the fats in one's blood, and so they help keep the heart healthy.
The mangosteen is native to Southeast Asia. On the outside, the fruit is a reddish purple color
and has a small green crown near the stem. The fruit is white on the inside. The mangosteen
tastes like a combination of strawberry and peach, and it is sweet
and sour.
The people of Southeast Asia use the mangosteen for
medicinal purposes. The skin is used to treat infections,
reduce pain, and control fever. A tea made from the
rind is also good for stomach problems. Powder from
the dried fruit is used for skin diseases. It's not
Surprising people in Thailand call it the
Queen of Fruits.
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