2023-05-27 10:04:07
THE fruits are certainly one of our best health allies. Impossible to skip it if you want to live longer and above all in good health. Carole Girard, micro-nutrionniste in Clermont-Ferrand, confirms it to us: “In general, and except for allergies or food intolerance, the consumption of the colored fruits and vegetables that we find on the stalls of our markets, gives us a beneficial action for our health”.
Seasonal fruits to live longer
It’s important to choose your fruit wisely and above all to favor seasonal fruits, especially the most colorful ones. Carole Girard explains why: “To counter and limit the negative effects of cellular aging, and in an anti-aging food approach, you should eat colorful fruits and vegetables every week, in season and harvested when ripe, such as tomatoes, blueberries, blackberries, blackcurrants, raspberries, strawberries, currants, red apples, peppers, broccoli, beets, onions, garlic…” The specialist adds: “All these fruits contain substances antioxidantsto know vitamins C, D and E, B9, beta-caroteneas well as their essential cofactors to fight against oxidative stress and carbonyl copper, zinc, iron, selenium and manganese”. If you have any doubts, you can find the guide to seasonal fruits and vegetables, in clicking here: https://www.greenpeace.fr/guetteur/calendrier/
Fruits rich in antioxidants
If you want to fight the signs of aging, it is important to include fruits rich in antioxidants in your diet. So you can turn to apples, citrus fruits, pears, plums, lychees, passion fruit, prunes, cherries or even mangosteen. We detail below the beneficial effects of other interesting fruits for a healthier life:
- THE berries such as blueberries, raspberries, strawberries or blackberries are rich in antioxidants that help protect cells against damage caused by free radicals. The consumption of these berries can limit the oxidative stress of the body and thus reduce certain chronic diseases, but also the general aging of the body.
- THE grenades They’re not just antioxidant bombs, they’re also packed with polyphenols, which have been linked to beneficial effects on heart health. These polyphenols are also found in red grapes.
- THE tomatoes contain lycopene, another antioxidant that is associated with reduced risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer.
- THE lemons are excellent sources of vitamin C, which helps boost the body, but also the immune system. A cure of lemon juice in the morning on waking helps to purify the body and strengthen your defenses.
- THE lawyers are fruits and they are one of your best health allies. They are rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, associated with the prevention of cardiovascular disease. A healthy heart in a healthy body!
- The papaya is also an excellent source of vitamin C, antioxidants, fiber and carotenoids, such as beta-carotene. It also contains a digestive enzyme called papain, which can help improve digestion and support gut health. Recent research has proven the importance of a healthy microbiota in overall health and also in longevity.
How to eat fruit?
It is important to respect the type of fruit to be able to derive all its properties. You can therefore simply consume it raw and fresh. “Summer is the ideal time of year to fill up on antioxidants. Consume 50% of your food intake in seasonal fruits and vegetables every day”, advises Carole Girard. You can also incorporate a little olive oil into your fruit salads. The micro-nutritionist explains why: “thevirgin olive oil first organic cold pressing allows the assimilation of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K”.
Some fruits may lose some vitamins if you eat them cooked. If you are a fan of juice, it is better to use a juicer and only use it for a few seconds to avoid overheating.
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