Common Fruits/Plants and their Health Benefits

Image source

• Apricots have a high iron content which makes them a great food for those who suffer anemia; it can also be incorporated in our diet for dry skin.

• Eating Banana lowers blood pressure; helps overcome depression due to high levels of tryptophan, which is converted into serotonin- the happy-mood brain neurotransmitter.

• You want to keep your intestine clean? Fiber, a bulking agent primarily found in plant foods can help you achieve that.

• Eating Strawberries help prevent cardiovascular diseases.

• Ginger can be used to ease indigestion and reduce gas, bloating and flatulence. Ginger juice with raw honey three to four times a day for a bad throat.

• Drinking Watermelon juice on an empty stomach can be particularly helpful for people with irritable bowel syndrome. (IBS); it can also reduce asthma attacks.

• Eating Apples help benefit blood sugar regulation.

• Eating Pumpkin can reduce and heal asthma attacks.

• Studies have shown that a flavonoid called hesperidin in Oranges can lower high blood pressure.

• The high content of iron in Onions makes it beneficial for the treatment of anemia.

• The vitamins B6 and B12 and the potassium-magnesium combination found in Banana has a profound effects in helping the body recover from nicotine withdrawal of one who is trying to quit smoking.

• To reduces soreness and redness in a sore throat drink significant amount of pineaple juice, and it also helps prevent common cold.

• Limonoids in Citrus has been shown to help fight cancers of the mouth, skin, lung, breast, stomach and colon.

• Decreased facial wrinkling is associated with higher intake of green and yellow vegetables.

• Carrots in our diet can significantly reduce cancer risks; it also has powerful cleansing properties which can help with acne.

• Avocados provide cardiovascular support and help cure bad breath.

• Blueberries provide protection for your heart and help prevent constipation.

• Drinking Grape fruit juice helps to promote digestion.

• Cashews are an excellent source of copper which helps build lean muscle.

• Cabbage lowers cholesterol. Red cabbage has been shown to heal stomach ulcers.

• Cucumbers reduce the risk of estrogen related cancers.

• Peppermint has been shown to protect against cancer formation in the colon, skin and lungs.

• Sweet potatoes are a very good blood sugar regulator, helping to stabilize and lower insulin resistance.

Other health related facts are:

Image source

1. Drinking water increases energy and relieves fatigue.

2. Gardening fights stress.

3. Sunlight helps to increase levels of alertness, enhancing hormones such as serotonin.

4. Eating breakfast jump start the metabolism in the morning, meaning you will burn more calories throughout the day.

5. Classical music has been proven to help physically help brain.

6. Getting up at the same time every day will help regulate your circadian rhythm so you will have an easier time waking and likely feel more energized.

There you have it dearies. STAY HEALTHY. Take some fruits today.....