Super Fruits & Vegetables for optim health

The Super Fruits & Vegetables will help you combat; Anti-Aging, Arthritis, cancer, high blood pressure, cholesterol, heart disease, cramps, depression, asthma, bronchitis, mood swings, DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) and varicose veins.

Avocado

Avocados are a great source of dietary fibre, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, folate & copper. They are high in potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure and your circulatory system, guarding against heart disease, stoke and body cramping.

They are high in good fat (which your body needs) and are a great option for those wanting to lower cholesterol levels.

Use avocado instead of butter or margarine, it tastes better, is easy to spread and does not necessarily need to be refrigerated. Avocados are great in salads or a side vegetable for lunch or dinner.

For a delicious nutty treat, spread Avocado on toast, sprinkle a pinch of sugar for a real nutty taste.

Bananas

For breakfast on the go, or a snack between meals, Bananas are full of energy to get you through the day.

Bananas help ease depression, they contain tryptophan which the body converts to serotonin, a hormone that helps lifts your mood and promotes better sleep patterns.

Bananas are great for your digestion and beneficial for those with ulcers, the pectin fibre helps soothe heartburn, ulcers or inflammation in your digestive tract, plus also lower your cholesterol.

Bananas also work wonders on body cramps (not period related).

Bananas are available all year round.

Blueberries

Where do you start with Blueberries, they have enormous benefit for the eyes, brain, skin (anti-aging), blood circulation and strengthening your veins and arteries. They are also said to help lower your cholesterol and protect against cancer.

Blueberries contain antioxidants that help protect against aging, they also assist with helping night vision, cataracts and glaucoma. Research also shows benefits for DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) and varicose veins.

Blueberries are seasonal, the early summer fruit, but are great frozen. Stock up in summer or even better go to a berry farm and freeze. An easy light snack or add to your breakfast with yoghurt or dessert with ice cream. They are also available in cans and are delicious in muffins.

Carrots

Carrots are high in Vitamins A & C, dietary fibre and Beta-carotene.

Eating a carrot a day will lower your blood cholesterol and provide you with sustained energy. Carrots fight disease, especially ageing diseases such as heart attacks or strokes. Carrots also aid your vision.

They don't need any preparation can be carried for a quick and easy snack, are perfect in salads and especially lunchboxes.

Kiwifruit

High in Vitamin C, (twice as much as oranges), fibre (more than apples) & Vitamin E, Kiwifruit is good for the brain, your digestion and blood pressure.

Kiwifruit reduces blood clotting and is great for balancing your salt intake which perfect for those with high blood pressure or stroke potentials.

Kiwifruit has also been shown to reduce asthma symptoms in children. However some children can have an allergic reaction to kiwifruit, especially the skin.

Kiwifruit are easy to prepare, they can be skinned or scooped, are an easy quick snack that give you an energy boost. Try one a day and notice the difference.

Pineapple

Beneficial for sore throats, arthritis, joint pains, injuries, swelling and operations.

Enriched with the bromelain enzyme, which appears as a thin mucus it is helpful to relieve asthma, bronchitis and sinus problems as well as an effective natural anti-inflammatory reducing swelling for arthritis & gout suffers and aiding in fast recovery from surgery or injuries.

Pineapple can sometimes be tart, but there are sweeter varieties seasonally available.

Spinach

Popeye's favourite leafy green is provides antioxidants in abundance. Research shows that spinach helps fight against cancer.

Can be eaten raw mixed in a salad, or added at the last minute to risotto, pasta or a casserole. Can be a little time consuming to prepare but it's a great filler in sandwiches. When cooked should be bright green, never dull.

Tomatoes

Particularly beneficial for men protecting against prostate cancer and to boost sperm reproduction. Tomatoes are known to be the natural alternative to fighting cancer.

Containing lycopene which protects against cancer and helps shield eyes & skin from sun damage, Tomatoes are also rich in Vitamin C and potassium combating cardiovascular disease. Tomatoes will also assist in preventing blood clots and DVT as they contain Aberdeen.



* Information is to be used as a guide only. Please see your doctor or naturopath for further information.