As the temperature rises our desire for more hydration becomes apparent. Not only do we find ourselves drinking more water, we also seem to crave fruit! Many fruits are ripe and ready this time of the year. We love them, but how much do we really know about them?
Every food holds health benefits. We thought you might find it interesting to see what your body is craving and why.
Raspberries – Raspberries have antioxidant properties. They contain gallic acid, quercetin, and Vitamin C. All help with heart, circulation, age related decline, and even cancer! They are high in fiber and low in calories and sugar and have been shown to help prevent diabetes.
Strawberries – These beautiful red berries are a great source of potassium and manganese. They have shown promise in preventing heart disease, stroke, and even cancer. They may help regulate blood pressure and alleviate constipation.
Blueberries – Blueberries are amazing. They have been touted as helping improve mental health, aiding digestion, helping with a full feeling leading to successful weight loss, can help manage diabetes, give you lower blood pressure readings, and even better skin quality!
Cherries – Did you know cherries contain melatonin? They can help with a good night’s rest, promote fat loss, help you age gracefully, keep your circulatory system going well, even help balance your ph.
Honeydew Melon – this light green sweet melon may help with digestion, boost your immune system, promote skin health, balance your electrolytes, improve your body’s ability to control blood sugar, blood pressure, and even help preserve bone health as you age.
Cantaloupe – Surprisingly, this melon can help with age related macular degeneration and plays a role in eye health. Other health conditions it has shown to help with include high blood pressure, asthma, cancer, digestive issues, and keeping skin and hair healthy.
Watermelon – Watermelon has been shown to cleanse the kidneys. It is a negative calorie food, meaning it takes your body more calories to burn it off than it contains making it great for dieters. It can lower inflammation and oxidative stress, help relive sore muscles and joints, and keep you hydrated all while helping your heart!
Citrus – Citrus fruits help boost the immune system and are an amazing source of fiber. Low in calories they are a treat that can help reduce formation of kidney stones when eaten regularly. They also have been shown to help fight cancer and other degenerative diseases.
The verdict?
Eat fruit liberally! It can do your body a world of good.
Looking for nutritional advice? We would love to form a plan for you!
The office of Kaster Chiropractic and Associates are registered nutritionists focused on natural healing and wellness. Come see us for your best health yet! www.drkasters.damonazdesign.com 239-332-2555
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