FRUITS BENEFITS

Fruits and vegetables make up a huge part of a healthy diet. Fruits has been recognised as a good source of vitamins & minerals, and for their role in preventing vitamin C and vitamin A deficiencies. People who eat fruit as part of an overall healthy diet generally have a
reduced risk of chronic diseases.

Fruits are important sources of many nutrients, including potassium, fiber, vitamin C and folate (folic acid). Try incorporating blueberries, citrus fruit, cranberries or strawberries which contains phytochemicals(active compounds found in plants) that are been studied for added health benefits.

Eating Fruit Provides Health Benefits

The nutrients in fruits are vital for health and maintenance of your body. The potassium in fruit can reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. Potassium may also reduce the risk of developing kidney stone and help decrease bone loss as you age.

Folate (folic acid) helps the body form red blood cells. Women of childbearing age who may become pregnant and those in the first trimester of pregnancy need adequate folate.  Folate helps prevent neural tube birth defects, such as bifida.

Why eat MORE fruits and veggie?

Fruits & Veggies are Nutritious & Delicious!

Fun to Eat! Some crunch, some squirt, some you peel… some you don’t, and some grow right in your own backyard!

Quick, Natural Snack: fruits and veggies are nature’s treat and easy to grab for a snack.

Variety: fruits and veggies are available in an almost infinite variet…there’s always something new to try!

Vitamins and Minerals: Fruits and veggies are rich in vitamins and minerals that help you feel healthy and energized

May Reduce Disease Risk: Eating plenty of fruits and veggies may help reduce the risk of many diseases including heart disease, high blood pressure, and some cancers

Low in Calories: Fruits and veggies are naturally low in caloires

Fiber: Fruits and veggies provide fiber that helps fill you up and keeps your digestive system happy.

Convenience: Fruits and veggies are nutricious in any form – fresh, frozen, canned, dried and 100% juice, so they’re ready when you are!

Colour & Texture: Fruits and veggies add colour, texture and appeal.. to your plate 

More Health benefits of Fruit

• Eating a diet rich on fruit may reduce risk for stroke, other cardiovascular diseases and type-2 diabetes
• A fruit containing eating pattern is part of an overall healthy diet and may protect against certain cancers.
• Fruit helps maintain optimum health due to the health promoting phytochemicals it contains many of which are still being identified.
• One to 2-1/2 cups of fruit are recommended each day, depending on how many calories you need

So, make at least half your plate fruits and vegetables for healthy eating.

Much love

skepy