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Longan is a tropical fruit that belongs to the soapberry family and is native to Southeast Asia. Longan is a smaller fruit than lychee, about the size of an olive, with a smooth, firm, light tan skin that must be removed before eating. Longan fibre can be found in both fresh and dried forms. Fiber aids in the bulking of stools and the regularisation of bowel motions. It also helps gut health in general. It may also assist persons with diabetes control their blood sugar by lowering cholesterol, improving gut flora, and lowering cholesterol.