Find out some of the amazing health benefits of fruit!
We all know that fruit is good for us but do you really know why? Well, we are here to help provide you with some useful information on fruit and it’s health benefits.
Pineapple
100 g fruit provides just about 50 calories equivalent to that of apples. It is also a rich source dietary fibre and contains enzymes with anti-inflammatory, anti-clotting and anti-cancer properties. Studies have shown that consumption of pineapple regularly helps fight against arthritis and indigestion. Fresh pineapple is an excellent source of antioxidant vitamin; vitamin C. Regular consumption of foods rich in vitamin C helps the body protect from scurvy, boosts immunity, improves the healing of wounds and scavenges harmful molecules from the body.
Apples
Apples are low in calories and contain no saturated fats or cholesterol. They are rich in dietary fiber, which aids digestion. The fiber also saves the colon from exposure to toxic substances by binding to cancer-causing chemicals inside the colon. Further, apple fruit is a good source of vitamin B-6. Vitamin B-6 is a major player when it comes to mood and sleep patterns. It helps the body produce serotonin which is regarded as the chemical that contributes to mood balance and well being. They are also a rich source of Vitamin C!
Grapes
Grapes contain a high level of Resveratrol it is one of the powerful anti-oxidant which has been found to play a protective role against cancers of colon and prostate, coronary heart disease, degenerative nerve disease, Alzheimer’s disease, strokes and viral/ fungal infections. They are an also good source of vitamin-C, vitamin A, vitamin K, carotenes, B-complex vitamins and raisins are a particularly rich source of Iron which aids hair growth, healthy skin and increases your energy levels.
Kiwi
The fruit is an excellent source of antioxidant vitamin-C; providing about 154% of the DRI (daily-recommended intake) in one average sized kiwi.
Research studies suggest that certain chemical substances in kiwi-fruit functions as blood thinner function similar to aspirin; thus, it helps prevent clots and protect them from stroke and heart-attack risk.
Tangerines
tangerines’ powerful properties, and antioxidants slow the aging process by stimulating the production of collagen and elastin. Tangerines are a great source of Vitamin A, the vitamin A in tangerines, helps protect eye health, supports the immune system, supports skin and cell growth and fights inflammation! Also, yep, you guessed it! They are a rich source of Vitamin C.
Fruit Hampers
Here at we Blossoming Gifts have a delicious new fruit hampers range. Fruit hampers are the perfect get well gift, look at all the amazing health benefits that fruit have to offer! They are also something that is a little different which makes them a great gift for someone who has everything. With prices starting from as little as £23.95 you are sure to find something to suit anyone, all including delectable fruit to provide you with some of the amazing health benefits as explained above.
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