Is star fruit cooling or heating in nature?

Generally speaking, star fruit is considered to have a cooling nature, and if discomfort occurs after consumption, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. Specific analysis is as follows:

Star fruit has the effect of clearing heat and reducing internal fire, which is why it is generally classified as a cooling fruit. It can effectively help alleviate symptoms caused by excessive internal heat, such as wind-heat cough, toothache due to fire toxicity, and sore throat. Additionally, star fruit contains nutrients like oxalic acid, citric acid, and malic acid, which can promote gastric juice secretion and help relieve indigestion and poor appetite. Moreover, star fruit contains sugars, vitamin C, and organic acids that promote urination, helping the body eliminate alcohol through urine and thus providing some hangover-relief benefits.

Although star fruit is beneficial to health, due to its cooling nature, it is not recommended to consume it on an empty stomach, as it may irritate the spleen and stomach and cause discomfort. To avoid this, it is best to eat star fruit 1–2 hours after a meal.