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which help eliminate free radicals from
the body. Free radicals enter your body
through exposure to air and water pollution
or in highly processed foods. Eating
foods like watermelon that counteract the
harmful effects of these free radicals will no
doubt save you time and money out of the
doctor’s office.

12. Prunes
flavour, offers a delectable way to boost
your health. This tropical gem boasts a
nutritional profile that’s nothing short of
impressive. Packed with essential vitamins
like C, A, and B, it not only enhances
your immune system but also promotes
healthy skin, vision, and metabolism. Its
high biotin and folic acid content supports
vibrant hair and overall well-being.
Additionally, passionfruit provides a
mineral-rich bounty, including potassium
for heart health, calcium for strong bones, Benefit: Good for your bowels
magnesium for muscle function, and zinc It might be well known by now, as prunes
for immune support. Whether savored as a are often the butt of the joke considering
snack or blended into a smoothie, passion their useful bathroom applications, but
fruit is a tasty path to wellness. they have become a pantry staple for
a reason. With high levels of fibre and
11. Watermelon magnesium, they help fight constipation
naturally. So instead of reaching for
expensive laxatives or stool softeners
that can have strong, unintended side
effects, instead opt for the tried-and-true
standby that grandmothers have been
recommending for generations.

13. Orange
Benefit: High Vitamin C content
Benefit: Rich in antioxidants Like other citrus fruits–grapefruits,
Watermelon contains about 90% water, lemons, and tangerines–oranges have an
which makes it useful for staying hydrated abundant source of Vitamin C. They also
in the summer. It can also satisfy a sweet contain polyphenols and terpenes, the main
tooth with its natural sugars. Watermelon molecules of citrus fruits, which both have
also contains high levels of antioxidants, the capacity to block the growth of tumors

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