Fruit Therapy (II)
The antioxidant power of vitamins E and vitamin C, as other substances that give color and flavor to fruits and vegetables such as flavonoids, polyphenols, carotenoids, carotenes (the latter two are converted in the body in provitamin A) have demonstrated important role in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, cancer and aging.
We now know that the aging process and the occurrence of some diseases, is due to the effect of free radicals. That is, certain particles oxidizing our cells. They have a useful role in the event that our body is fighting against bacteria, but in return are responsible for the hardening of our arteries (arteriosclerosis). We can fight free radicals using a diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables, olive oil and red wine in moderation. They play a vital role in cleansing and detoxifying free radicals.More than half of the vitamin A and almost all the vitamin C they need, is provided by fruits. Many vegetables also contain vitamin C, but in cooking destroys part of this vitamin, hence the importance of eating fruit or raw vegetables. Remember that vitamin C increases the absorption of iron, calcium and phosphorus
The richest in vitamin C | mg. per 100 gr.
Strawberry, raspberry, strawberry | 60 mg
Orange, grapefruit, lemons | 40 to 50 mg
Melon | 25 mg
Piña | 20 mg
Apricot, peach, banana | of 7-10 mg
Apples | 10 mg Reduced the defenses, premature aging, weakness, anemia, bleeding, bleeding gums, joint pain, abnormal blood vessels, irritability, prone to colds and flus. Scurvy.
The richest in vitamin A | mg. per 100 gr. Disorders due to lack of vitamin A
Apricot | 250 mg
Melon | 220 mg
Peach | 105 mg
Mandarina | 44 mg
Orange | 33 mg
Banana | 33 mg
Medlars | 27 mg
Plum | 25 mg
Disorders due to lack of vitamin C
Decreased immunity, lower antibody response, visual problems, xerophthalmia, night blindness, respiratory infections, urinary tract, growth retardation, dry skin, difficulty in wound healing. Prone to colds and flus.
When it is fruit juice, take the precaution of taking it away. Vitamins containing freshly made juices rather easily oxidized in contact with air, leading to a significant loss of vitamin content
Apricot: It balances the nervous system and is an effective anti-allergy. It contains phosphorus, iron, calcium and vitamin A. It is used to combat anemia.
Citrus Fruits: All citrus fruits, especially orange and lemon are rich in vitamin C, also contains minerals like calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and zinc and to a lesser extent vitamin B1 and folic acid. Its regular use strengthens our immune system, improve the functioning of our immune system. Its fiber helps fight constipation.
Strawberries: They stand out for their vitamin C and its iron, but its use is not recommended in case of uric acid.
Apple: It is diuretic, stimulant and helps eliminate toxins. It has a mild type of fiber called pectin that gives satiating properties and contains vitamins C, B and PP, as well as potassium.
Peach: Soft, juicy and sweet, peach apple deserves more than the name of forbidden fruit. “Has a good amount of vitamins A, B and C and trace elements that balance the metabolism. Has mildly laxative and diuretic properties.
Pera: Calm coughing and lung congestion. It also relieves gastritis and gastrointestinal ulcers.
Pineapple: It contains two digestive enzymes (papain and the bromeliads) that allows better digest proteins. Contains a large amount of vitamin A.
Banana: The carbohydrate in the form of sucrose, which is not suitable for diabetics and the heating value is higher than other fruits 85 calories per 100 gr. It contains magnesium, zinc, folic acid and vitamins A and C.
Grape: To take advantage of their virtues is necessary to take the grape skin and seeds. In the skin there are different antioxidants, such as flavones that protect blood vessels, prevent arteriosclerosis and stimulate the immune system.
Another substance that contains the grapes is resveratrol which has proved effective in preventing cancer and cardiovascular disease. Recently, a group of researchers at Harvard University has shown that resveratrol, abundant in the skin of red grapes, is able to stimulate the sirtuins, a cellular enzymes that slow aging and geriatric diseases that could prevent as Alzheimer’s disease.
Table grapes contain 80% water and sugars (glucose and fructose) by 18%. These sugars are absorbed quickly, providing rapid and immediate energy. You could say that the grape is an excellent energy recovery, athletes, children and young people can and should use. However, because of its high sugar content not suitable for diabetics.
The main minerals found in grapes are potassium and iron (0.50 mg per 100 g) and to a lesser extent magnesium, selenium and zinc. Among the highlights vitamins B1, vitamin B6 and C.
Source: http://www.alimentacion-sana.com.ar/informaciones/novedades/frutoterapia.htm
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