Monday, February 28, 2011

Fruits for Good Health


A daily intake of delicious fruits is a great way to keep you healthy and fit. Fruits contain 85% water and adding fruit to your diet can increase your overall water intake. Fruits that contain natural fiber can help to control digestive problems such as constipation or abdominal cramp. Fruits are effective in lowering cholesterol levels and help you to prevent heart diseases. So let’s find out the numerous benefits of fruits!

Apple: Apples are rich in vitamins and helps to reduce risks of prostrate cancer and lung cancer. Eating apple is beneficial for stomach disorders, anemia, heart disease, eye disorders, dental and skin care. Apples can be eaten raw or through a variety of dishes such as fruit salads, shakes, puddings, custards or juice.

Banana: Banana helps in the treatment of depression, blood pressure and constipation etc. Eating banana is beneficial for weight gain, anemia, tuberculosis, arthritis, kidney disorders, and urinary disorders.

Grapes: Grapes contain powerful antioxidants, which can reduce the damage caused by radicals and slacken ageing. Grapes are rich sources of vitamins A, C and B6, in addition contains essential minerals like potassium, calcium, iron, phosphorus and magnesium.

Indian Gooseberry: Gooseberry has many nutritious benefits. It has been found to be the most abundant source of Vitamin C. It is good for the skin, flushes out toxins, promotes healthier hair, increases vitality, strengthens the eyes, improves muscle tone and acts as an antioxidant.

Lemon: Lemons are useful for kidney stones and reducing the body temperature. Especially the lemon juice has several health benefits associated with it. It helps to strengthen your immunity system and cleanses stomach. It is not only a blood purifier but also enables body to fight against various diseases. Also act as useful remedy for hair care, skin care, indigestion dental problems and high blood pressure.

Pomegranate: Pomegranates are good for heart and healthy blood circulation. Other health benefits of Pomegranate include cure of stomach disorders, cancer, dental care, osteoarthritis, anemia and diabetes. Pomegranate consists of antioxidant and antiviral properties. It is good source of vitamins as it includes vitamin A, C as well as folic acid.

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