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The pomelo is acknowledged as the grandfather of all citrus fruits. A juicy, sweet and sometimes sour fruit, the pomelo has a soft skin that is easy to slice with a sharp knife.

See how the pomelo should be peeled, so that the opened fruit is easy to store.

The pomelo is often given away as a gift during festive seasons such as the Chinese New Year. The delicious segments of this fruit has healing properties, and its leaves are highly sought after for healing purposes during the first 30 days of a newborn's life, known in the Chinese culture as the confinement period for both mother and baby.