Superfood in organic fruits and vegetables series – Fruits

Fruits are amazing in itself; there are many types of fruits, all unique by their look, colour and taste. Amazing as they, they are all not equal. Some are more nutritious than others. These super fruits are the one we will be talking about.

Fruits are a gift from heaven. Human has been using them for various purposes since the beginning of the day. They can act as food, provide us with nutrients; they can be our skincare method, help us get perfectly beautiful skin and even makeup. Some fruits have so much nutrition and bring so many benefits they are called “super fruits”. So, let’s find out about these super fruits together:

Kiwi

• The first organic fruit on the list is Kiwi. Kiwi contains: folate (helps make red blood cells and prevent anemia), potassium (reduces cellulite and strengthen the bones), fibre (beneficial for the cardiovascular system), carotenoids (good for skin and eye health), polyphenols (defenses against ultraviolet radiation), chlorophyll (strengthen blood-producing organs) and glutathione (detoxifying agent).
• A unique source of Vitamin E because most sources of this important vitamin, like nuts and oils, are high in both fat and calories. Kiwi, by contrast, offers its rich nutritional bounty for only about 93 calories for two kiwis.
• Kiwi is also extremely rich in antioxidant. Offering a rich bounty of Vitamin C – 1 kiwi contain even more vitamin C than an orange – kiwi can be relied upon to help neutralise the free radicals that damage cells, ultimately leading to inflammation and cancer. Vitamin C plays an important role in so many functions of the body, including the immune system, and is associated with preventing a lot of ailments — from asthma and atherosclerosis to osteoarthritis and colon cancer. It’s no wonder that high consumption of foods containing the vitamin C reduces the risk of mortality from all causes including cancer, heart disease and stroke.

Kiwi: The first representative of super fruits.

Mangosteen

The second representative of organic fruit is Mangosteen: It may take a whole essay to write about the benefits of this superfruit. Here are just some of them:

• Super antioxidants: Mangosteen has many antioxidants, but the most effective ones are polyphenolic xanthones. They are said to be five times more potent than vitamin C or E. These unique antioxidants are anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergen, etc. anti-everything that is harmful to health. This is the main reason to consume this fruit.
• Vitamins and minerals: Not only does it have great antioxidants but also its high in vitamins. Mangosteen has B vitamins that help the body metabolise foods properly and boost serotonin levels. It also contains heart and body healthy minerals like potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron and zinc.
• High in Fibre: Mangosteen has 1.8 grams of fibre per 100 grams of fruit. Fibre is essential for a healthy digestive tract and the cardiovascular system.
• Anti-inflammatory: Mangosteen has been studied and used to help fight inflammatory diseases such as arthritis, allergies and asthma. It does this by inhibiting the release of prostaglandin E-2, a known cause of inflammation.
• Anti-bacterial: Mangosteen has Quinones that are anti-bacterial. They have been used for both wound healing and to treat acne. It has also been used to treat malaria, tuberculosis and Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA, an antibiotic-resistant blood, bone and skin infectious agent).
• Heart Health: This fruit helps restore the elasticity of blood vessels as well as reduce inflammation and free radical damage that can cause heart disease. Its xanthones may also reduce the enzyme that triggers heart disease.
• Cancer preventative: Due to certain xanthones in this fruit, purple mangosteen has been shown to inhibit the growth of cancer cells. It also has anti-tumour blocking ability.

           They not only taste good but are also good for health.

Durian

The next is a superfruit with a unique, distinctive smell: Durian. With its wonderful effects on health, it is regarded as “king of fruits”:

• Increases haemoglobin content: Durian is a superb source of folate, which is essential for producing haemoglobin in the body. It increases the production of blood components and improves the transportation of oxygen to the cells. Thus, it is the best cure for anaemia.
• Boost immunity: Durian contains the antioxidant vitamin C. Vitamin C acts as a service engineer for the body and cleanses the system effectually. It eliminates free radicals and prevents cold and flu. Overall, it strengthens the immune system.
• Protect bone health: This kind of fruit has calcium, potassium and vitamin B, which are vital for bone health. The low sodium and high potassium in the fruit decrease the loss of calcium and increase the absorption of it. Thus, it prevents osteoporosis and makes the bones strong and healthy.
• Heal wound: It is rich in vitamin C which is essential for collagen production. Collagen helps keep your bones, skin, tendons, ligaments and blood vessels healthy. It is also vital for healing the wounds faster.
• Protect skin health: The vitamin C content in durian protects the skin and delays ageing, as vitamin C is a strong antioxidant. Apart from this, the water present in the fruit makes the skin hydrated and cool.

The king of fruits will surprise you with its health benefits.

Pomegranate

The final organic fruit we want to talk about on this list is Pomegranate: The superfruit offers health benefits like no other fruit can:

• Prevent cancer: The rich anti-oxidant content in Pomegranate fights off cancer-causing radicals. In fact, the antioxidant level in pomegranate is two or three times higher than that found in red wine or green tea. The very high level of antioxidants, flavonoids destroys breast cancer cells leaving healthy cells alone and may also prevent the formation of breast cancer cells. Likewise, studies show that pomegranate juice may inhibit the development of lung cancer and slow down the growth of prostate cancer by keeping the PSA levels stable.
• Lower the risk of heart diseases: Regular intake of pomegranate lowers the risk of heart attack. Studies indicate that pomegranate keeps the bad cholesterol level intact. Moreover, it helps to clear the arteries of plaque materials and its blood thinning property enhances the blood flow. The punicalagins compound in pomegranate juice are shown to be responsible for antioxidant properties and are beneficial to heart and blood vessels.
• Slow down the ageing process: The antioxidants are known for their properties of repairing cell damage and strengthening the body. They fight off the free radicals that cause ageing. Pomegranate contains substances like punicic acid, a type of omega five conjugated fatty acid, which is effective for regeneration of cells and thereby delays the process of ageing.
• Boost Immune system: Since pomegranate contains a good amount of important vitamins like vitamin C, A and E, consuming this super fruit regularly provides the vitamins needed to maintain good health. This can be attributed to a couple of different ways. The vitamins boost the immune system and thereby help the body to fight common ailments effectively. Secondly, pomegranate juice kills the viruses in the mouth. Consequently, it prevents their entry to the body.

We can’t take it for granted by its excellent effects.

All of these organic fruits are pretty, tasty, and most importantly: extremely beneficial for human health. Consuming fruit regularly is a smart choice to maintain our health and enhance our natural beauty. If you haven’t tried some of these fruits, maybe now you should be on your way to the grocery store to buy some. You can read more about other superfruits at https://naturalorganicliving.com.au/