Fruits and Vegetables are essential for our overall wellness. They are Nature's gift to us. They help to nourish our body adequately so we can enjoy a healthy and vibrant life.
Fruits and vegetables contain Vitamins (Vitamin A, C and E)
Minerals, Phytochemicals and other Nutritional Compounds, Magnesium, Zinc,
Phosphorus, Folic acid, etc, that are beneficial for optimal vitality and
wellness. Fruits and vegetables should be an important part of our daily diet
because not only do they nourish our body, they also help build and protect our
immune system against diseases that can cause health challenges.
They are different ways we can enjoy fruits and vegetables. They
can be eaten raw, we can have them mixed as Salads, we can consume as Juice and
also as Smoothies ie (blending different fruits together).
BENEFITS
OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
1)They are low in fat, salt and sugar.
2)They are a good source of dietary fibre. They help bowel
movement which is important for digestive health.
3) They help to reduce Obesity and maintain a healthy weight.
4) They lower Cholesterol.
5) They help to lower blood Pressure
6) They nourish and protect the immune system against
diseases. eg Diabetes, Stroke, Cancer, Cardiovascular diseases etc.
EXAMPLES OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES THAT YOU SHOULD BE EATEN
DAILY
Here are a few fruits and vegetables that can help nourish
the body daily.
1.) Blueberries contain antioxidants e.g. Vitamin K1 which
helps with blood clotting, Vitamin C and Manganese.
2) Bananas: They are rich in Potassium, Vitamin C and B6.
They promote heart health, they help the brain to produce dopamine that can
improve mood and also boost energy levels.
3) Cruciferous Vegetables: These include Broccoli,
Cauliflower, etc… they contain Vitamins A, C, E Folate and Fiber… they can help
protect against Cancer.
4) Leafy Green Vegetables: Spinach, Kale, Pumpkin etc. These
contain Vitamin B and Calcium. They can lower Cholesterol, Improve bone health
and prevent Colon Cancer. they help maintain body tissues.
5) Tomatoes: Contains
Lycopene as well as Vitamin A, C, K potassium and Folate which helps to improve
heart health, Skin health and also prevent prostate enlargement/cancer.
6) Garlic: Helps to prevent and reduce the effects of colds,
Improve blood pressure and cholesterol.
7) Ginger: contains ginger oil that has anti-oxidant and
anti-inflammatory properties. Ginger helps a host of problems including tummy
upsets, muscle pain and soreness.it may help with Osteoarthritis, high blood
sugar and heart disease risk factors.
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