Health Benefits

Best Fruits and Vegetables for 13 Most Common Diseases 1.Obesity Radish , cabbage ,bottle gourd , green vegetables , lemon juice with salt added , vegetable clear soup ,  mango , jack fruit, banana , papaya , sapodilla , orange , sweet lime 2.Diabetes Everyday a green leafy vegetable soup ,  Chow chow  , cabbage , radish , drumstick ,small young brinjal , cauliflower , bitter gourd , banana stem,banana flower, Turnip , cluster beans , onions ,  Knolkhol , ridge gourd,coriander ,cucumber, Curry leaves , mint , ginger , shallot ,sweet lime, pineapple , guava , apple , pear,water melon 3.Peptic ulcer Black nightshade , cabbage , coconut , cucumber , carrot , lemon juice , cilantro , sapodilla , water melon , pomegranate , orange . 4.Menstrual disorders Banana flower , drumstick leaves , coriander , gooseberry , cucumber , tomatoes , carrots , cabbage , onions , grapes , pomegranate , water melon, orange , lemon . 5.Asth...

Eyes are amazing as it helps us to see the outside world.Eating fruits and vegetables keeps our eyes healthy.Naturally,  fruits and vegetables are packed with many vitamins and minerals which is required for our over all good health. Eating right amount of fruits and vegetables in our daily diet reduces the risk  of night blindness,a ge related macular degeneration ,  cataracts   and other eye diseases . Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and Vitamin A(and beta carotene)  are dietary antioxidants.These antioxidants protects our body against diseases,keeps our cells and tissues healthy, strengthens blood vessels  and boost our immune system. Beta carotene and vitamin A  protects the eyes against dry eyes,night blindness,strengthens retina. Citrus fruits are good source of  vitamin C. They contain  flavonoids which protects eyes from cataract and macular degeneration. eg: grapes,cherries,oranges Lutein & Zeaxanthin are antioxidants which...

Nutrient-dense foods are low in calories and provides vital nutrients such as vitamins and minerals.They are also usually rich in fiber with higher in water content which tends to make us feel full faster and for longer. ANDI stands for “ Aggregate Nutrient Density Index .” An ANDI score is showed in scales from 1 to 1000 based on nutrient content. Dr. Fuhrman originally developed the ANDI scoring system to rank foods according to micro nutrients per calorie, including vitamins, minerals, and as many known beneficial phytochemicals as possible. H = N/C (Health = Nutrients / Calories) He says," Adequate consumption of micro nutrients – vitamins, minerals, and many other phytochemicals – without overeating on calories, is the key to achieving excellent health. Micro nutrients fuel proper functioning of the immune system and enable the detoxification and cellular repair mechanisms that protect us from chronic diseases". According to  Dr. Fuhrman  ANDI food score, ...

List of seven super natural foods to treat anemia: 1. Beetroot Kheer :             Peel the beetroot skin.Slice them into small pieces.Add a cup of coconut milk and cashews.Include jaggery for sweetness and grind. 2 .Plantain Flower Chutney:                  As usual clean the Plantain Flower and cut them into small pieces.Add Roasted gram,ginger,green chilly,salt and shredded coconut.Finally grind. 3. Soup with drumstick leaves:                        Add  Garlic,pepper,ginger,salt,cumin seeds with drumstick leaves.Boil it.Finally filter it. 4.Mint Juice:       Grind  Mint leaves,lemon juice,jaggery and water.Helps to be active,aids in treating urinary infections. 5.Fruit Salad:        Pineapple slices,Pomegranate,Guava slices mix and serve as salad. 6. Vegetable Salad:   ...

Cantaloupe or musk melon is an excellent source of beta-carotene, folic acid, potassium and vitamins C and vitamin A. It is an y ellow  orange color juicy fruit with numerous health benefits. Cantaloupe fruit is also called as mushmelon, muskmelon, cantalope, rockmelon or spanspek. #Health Benefits of  Cantaloupe / Musk melon 1.Cantaloupe  is an excellent summer fruit .It   helps to combat the heat in the body and aids in preventing heat-related disorders during summer. 2.Being a good source of dietary fiber ,Cantaloupe aids to prevent constipation. 3. Cantaloupe  helps to  reduce heavy flow and clots during mensuration. 4.The potassium content in cantaloupe helps to bring down the high blood pressure and also aids in sodium excretion and age-related bone loss. 5.Cantaloupe is a great fruit for weight reduction . 6.Vitamin A in cantaloupe helps to maintain healthy skin and hair. Cantaloupe  ...

Peaches are good source of calcium, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, fluoride, vitamin C, folate, folic acid, beta carotene, vitamin A, and lutein.  Other nutrients found in peaches includes vitamin E, vitamin K, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid and selenium. Health benefits of peaches 1.The calcium and phosphorus in peaches is essential for healthy bones and teeth formation.  Phosphorus  also aids in carbohydrates and proteins metabolism. 2.Peaches contains  Potassium  which helps to regulate water movements,  relieves anxiety,stress and  ensures good kidney health. It  also plays a vital role in the nervous system and in muscles contraction. 3.Peaches are a good source of Vitamin B6 . It acts in protein metabolism and  enhances magnesium absorption.  4. Magnesium  in peaches helps to regulate the transmission in the nervous system. 5.Peaches contain  Riboflavin  (also kn...

Apricot is a good source of vitamin C,vitamin A,dietary fiber and potassium. It contains phytochemicals called carotenoids which gives red, orange and yellow colors to fruits and vegetables. The  Lycopene is one of the carotenoids,a powerful antioxidant is found in apricots. Apricot is good for Eye sight and heart health The beta carotene in apricot protects LDL cholesterol from oxidation which may lead to heart diseases and strokes. The higher beta-carotene content in apricot contributes a good source of Vitamin A to our body and it also play a vital role in keeing our heart healthy.It is a powerful antioxidant and it plays a vital role in vision health, bone growth, reproduction,immune system and in cell functions .It protects our body cells against the effects of free radicals. The degenerative effect of free radicals may lead to cataracts,damage the blood supply to the eyes and cause macular degeneration. Apricot and Iron deficiency   Helps in treating a...

Pear is a nutrient dense fruit with vital vitamins and minerals required for our good health.It is a good source of Vitamin C and an excellent source of dietary fiber.It is  very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. Always it is good to pick the food which contains low sodium or sodium free because high intake of sodium food causes health hazards. In this case, Pear is an wonderful healthy fruit.It reduces the risk of developing high blood pressure,heart attacks and strokes. Pear(image credit deviant ) Similarly saturated fat and cholesterol are also enemies for our good health.Pears are fat free and cholesterol free.Including this kind of nutrient dense fruit reduces the risk of coronary heart disease. It contains a powerful antioxidant,Vitamin C,which is more essential for normal growth and repair and for our over all good health.It boost the immune system and protects the body against infectious diseases. It also aids in healing of cuts,wounds a...

Jackfruit is very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. It is also a good source of  Carbohydrates, Vitamin C,  potassium, magnesium,   and    iron.   Health Benefits of Jack fruit 1 .  Being  rich in carbohydrates, fructose and sucrose,Jack fruits are energy boosters. 2.Jack fruit contain  powerful anti-oxidant, Vitamin C which helps to  heal cuts and wounds, keeps teeth and gums healthy.play vital role in  growth and repair of all body tissues.It is  effective against respiratory health problems such as shortness of breath, asthma and cough.It  helps to strengthen the immune system function by supporting the white blood cells function.   3. Potassium   helps to  maintain healthy blood pressure  and reduces the risk of strokes. 4.  Calcium and M agnesium   in jackfruit   protects and keeps our  bones  and teeth  healthy. 5.J ackfruits  h...

Strawberry  is an attractive mouth watering fruit.It is very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. It is  a good source of Folate,Potassium, dietary Fiber, Vitamin C and Manganese. Health Benefits of Strawberry . 1. Strawberry and Vitamin C        Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant  needed for healing wounds,reduce the risk of high blood pressure,burns fat and reduces the risk of heart attacks and cancer,   limits the damage caused by free radicals, boosts the immune system,also needed for  the growth and repair of tissues in all parts of our body.  2. Strawberry and Vitamin K   Aids in promoting the blood clotting. 3. Strawberry and Manganese Manganese  is an essential nutrient for proper body functioning. It helps in blood sugar regulation, calcium absorption,anemia,and is needed for bone health. 4. Strawberry and Folate          Folate or folic acid is a type of B vitamin w...

Avocados,an healthy fruit for heart,brain and for over all health. Avocados contains  Omega-3 fatty acids, fiber,  copper,  iron , phosphorus, magnesium,  potassium, and vitamins A,E,C,K, folate,   protein, riboflavin,   niacin  and B6. 1. Avocado  contains high amount of  mono-saturated fat which has a positive impact in the body.It    lowers the triglycerides in the blood and   reduces the LDL cholesterol and there by it helps to  prevent stroke , high blood pressure , cancer  and   heart diseases .It also helps to increase the good cholesterol(HDL cholesterol). 2.  The high potassium content  in  Avocados  helps to reduce depression, regulates the blood pressure  and aids to  prevent circulatory diseases . 3.Avacado, rich in Vitamin E, is  packed with vitamins and minerals which  helps to keep the  skin healthy ,fresh and wrinkle free. 4. Av...

Pineapple is the National Fruit of Antigua  and  Barbuda,which  is a twin-island nation lying between the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.  The Pineapple fruit is considered as the International symbol of hospitality. Pineapple is one of the most popular tropical fruit .It contains  vitamins and minerals including vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, phosphorus, and potassium. It is  rich in fiber. 1. Pineapples are low in calories, sodium, saturated fats and cholesterol. Being a rich source of fibre,it act as a perfect weight loss food. 2.It is a n excellent  source of Vitamin C  and other antioxidants which is essential for collagen synthesis.  Vitamin C helps to maintain the integrity of our blood vessels, skin, organs and bones.It helps to increase the daily intake of antioxidants and helps to boost the immune systemand helps to prevent cold and cough.it also reduces the risk of macular degeneration. 3. Pineapple contains high...

Tomato is an attractive low calorie, fat-free non-starchy vegetable.It contains fiber, folate,potassium, thiamin, niacin, vitamin B6, magnesium, phosphorus,copper, Vitamin A,C and E. 1.Tomatoes, naturally low in sodium, saturated fat, cholesterol, and calories  confers protection against high blood pressure, high cholesterol, osteoporosis,  strokes,  heart disease,cardiovascular disease,cognitive dysfunction and age-related macular degeneration. Tomatoes 2.Regular consumption of tomatoes improves health and helps in disease risk reduction. 3.The researchers found that tomatoes are the biggest source of dietary lycopene; a powerful antioxidant that, unlike nutrients in most fresh fruits and vegetables, has even greater bioavailability after cooking and processing. Tomatoes also contain other protective mechanisms, such as antithrombotic and anti-inflammatory functions.  4.Red riped tomatoes contain more lycopene  , an antioxidant which gives color ...

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Why is it Important to Eat Fruits? Fruits are good for health because they are naturally cholesterol free with low sodium,calories and fat.Eating fruits provides many health benefits.Daily including fruits in our diet , 1.reduces the risk of some chronic diseases. 2.reduces the risk of heart diseases,heart attacks and strokes. 3.Protects against certain types of cancers Special  Nutrients in Fruits 1.Fruits rich in potassium helps to maintain healthy blood pressure, reduces the risk of developing kidney stones and help to decrease bone loss. Fruit rich in potassium includes bananas,  apricots and oranges. List of Fruits and its Health Benefits Click your favorite fruit and know its health benefits 1. Apple 11. Cherry 2. Apricot 12. Guava 3. Grapes 13. Jackfruit 4. Orange 14. Pomegranate 5. Pineapple 15. Banana 6. Kiwi 16. Watermelon 7. Pear 17. Papaya 8. Mangoes 18. Lemon 9. Avocado 19. Peaches ...