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diseases. certainly pack a healthy punch. They are
They are used extensively in herbal loaded with multivitamins, in particular,
medicine for a variety of illnesses ranging Vit K, which helps maintain bone structure
from viral infections to diseases like as well as promote clotting. The folate
Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. present helps in maintaininghealthy
• Strawberries fetuses.
Besides tastingheavenly, Strawberries They have a high fat content (good fat), a
are packed with Vit C and antioxidants, requirement of body cells. They might also
helping you fight inflammation and help fight depression.
infection. They are also packed with • Olives
phytochemicals, which could protect you Along with high levels of vitamin E, which
from colon cancer. makes it a super anti-oxidant, they are also
rich in oleic acid, a type of monosaturated
fatty acid that maintains your lipids. They
keep the heart healthy and the blood sugars
low.
• Oranges
An orange can provide you with more than
100% of the body’s daily dose of Vit C. It is
also very rich in folate.
• Kiwi
Fruits Containing Vit C and Anti-oxidants in
• Watermelon abundance, this fruit increases your
At 92% water content, it’s one of the best immunity levels, and reduces the free
foods to keep you hydrated. The low radicals in the body, helping in anti-ageing
calorific value and high water content make The high fibre present helps protect the
ita great option for weight reduction. heart and reduces constipation. It also
It also has vitamins, anti-oxidants in contains carotenoids, which, combined
abundance, and helps fight free radicals in with the Vit C and Anti-oxidants, helps
the body, potentially protecting you from improve ocular health and vision.
systemic diseases like diabetes and cardiac • Banana
illnesses. It’s also good for a healthy skin. Well known for their high fibre, they help
• Apples with adequate bowel movements, having a
Not for nothing do they say “An apple a day probiotic effect at the same time.
keeps the doctor away”! Rich in fibre, anti- What people don’t know is, bananas
oxidants as well as a lot of multi vitamins, also contain healthy levels of potassium
apples can aid weight loss, promote gut and multivitamins. The potassium helps
health, lower cholesterol and sugar levels. protect theheart and lower hypertension.
They contain an anti-oxidant called They are also good antioxidants.
quercetin, which could help fight certain • Grapes
types of cancers. One of theleading sources of resveratrol,
• Avocado they are heart friendly. They also impart
Popular for their taste, these fruits this cardiac friendly goodness to red wine.
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