Fruit is a source of health for our body because it contains large amounts of vitamins, minerals or fibers without contributing many calories.The fruit does not need preparation, just washing or peeling it, so you do not waste time in the kitchen. For this same reason keeps all your vitamins as it is not processed. Some vegetables also contain important vitamins but when they are cooked they lose them. It is best to consume fresh fruit, not bottled or cooked, although it will always be better to “chop” between hours can fruit than any other hypercaloric food.
Children should eat fruit from small two to three pieces a day. A serving of fruit can be substituted for a natural fruit juice, although it is advisable to get used to it from small and eat sweet fruit instead of goodies.
One problem that the fruit has faced is the myth that it “grows fat”, and that is not true. On a slimming diet, your doctor may recommend eating the fruit first and then the rest of the meal, rather than leaving it for dessert, as its satiating power brings fewer calories and eliminates hunger. That helps us ingest fewer amounts and therefore to lose weight. Or they may tell us that we should not eat fruit at night because they provide sugars that we will not burn during those hours.
In any case, these are recommendations aimed at reducing calorie intake as much as possible by reducing or combining in different ways what we eat. But the fruit itself is not fattening, in fact, there will be no serious diet that does not include two or three pieces daily.
Apple
The apple is diuretic since it stimulates the elimination of toxins through the urine. In addition, it provides vitamins C and B and potassium.
Banana
The banana is rich in magnesium, zinc, and vitamins A and C. Because of its high content of sucrose, it is not recommended for diabetics or low-calorie diets. However, it is ideal before performing a prolonged exercise as it provides the necessary sugars and energy.
Orange
The orange, and generally all citrus fruits such as lemon, the grapefruit or tangerine, are rich in vitamin C and minerals like calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and zinc and vitamin B1 fewer and folic acid. Its consumption strengthens the defenses and its fiber fights constipation.
Pear
The pear is good to relieve a cough, lung congestion, gastritis and the gastrointestinal ulcer.
Peach
The peach contains vitamins A, B, and C and has laxative and diuretic properties.
Melon
The melon is a fruit with considerable wealth in carbohydrates, potassium and vitamin A. It is a diuretic fruit, some laxative and preventive sore throats.
Watermelon
Watermelon is composed of 93% water, which makes it a very potent diuretic agent suitable for heart patients and kidney. Like melon, it is rich in vitamin A, carbohydrates and potassium.
Grapes
The grapes mature should be whole foods, skin, and pips, since in grape skins substances called fab onto ides that activate circulation and seeds and peels reduce cholesterol levels are.
Pineapple
The pineapple brings a lot of vitamin A and is special because it provides a lot of fiber, which gives it a high satiating power. In addition, the heart of the pineapple contains Brome Lina, which serves to activate the metabolism. For this reason, it is especially recommended in slimming diets. It is also indicated to cure aphonia, which will disappear taking pineapple in 24 hours.
Kiwi
Kiwi is considered a super food because of its high content of vitamin C, fiber, potassium, and antioxidants. Therefore, to maximize its benefits it is advisable to consume it maturely, as well as it will have higher amounts of antioxidants, which improve its healthy effects.
Strawberries
The intake of five or six strawberries a day is enough to meet the recommended daily dose of vitamin C, which greatly reduces the risk of developing cancers, such as breast and stomach. Another benefit is that they help reduce blood pressure and ensure cardiovascular health.
Papaya
This tropical fruit contains papain, a type of proteolytic enzyme that helps good digestion. Its high amount of digestive enzymes makes it advisable for people with pancreatic disorders and cystic fibrosis, as it protects against stomach ailments. Its proteins, such as papain, reduce inflammation and accelerate the healing of burns and wounds.
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