Hi readers! Let's talk healthy today.
Research says that eating fruits increases your life span. Now you must be wondering eating all fruits and veggies are good for your health but the brightly colored products are particularly beneficial because of the natural pigments which also help to fight cancer.
The Okinawans are said to have the world's longest life expectancy, with low rates of heart diseases and cancer rates They eat a diet full of fruits and veggies especially green ones and bright yellow varieties. It usually consists of sweet potato, dark veggies, and staple rice.
Apart from fruits even dark chocolate helps you to live longer. This is a piece of great news for chocoholics! Studies have shown that dark chocolate has antioxidants that reduce the risk of heart diseases and is the biggest killer in western countries. Before you grab your choco bar make a note that even one square a day is enough to boost your energy. Also, not all bars are good, make sure you opt for the ones having less sugar and more flavonoids.
According to the research and studies were done by American Association, five servings of fruits and veggies daily were associated with the lowest risk of death. Green leafy vegetables like spinach, lettuce and kale, and other veggies and fruits which are rich in beta carotene have been proven to show benefits and increase life expectancy.
Not all fruits and veggies offer the same kind of benefits. It is said that fruits should be consumed daily for ideal health. Each type of fruit brings its unique kind of benefits. The key is to eat fruits of various colors and each one has its own benefits.
Here is the list of the top 20 healthiest fruits that should be consumed daily.
Fruits are rich in a variety of Nutrients:
Fruits tend to be rich in vitamins and minerals which include vitamin C, potassium, and folate which our body doesn't get enough of. Fruits are also rich in fiber which helps clean our body and helps lower cholesterol. Fruits help to increase fullness and for weight loss over time. They are also effective in fighting free radicals that can damage our cells. Eating more fruits every day also helps to control blood sugar levels and maintain a fit body. The general recommendation for intake of fruits and veggies is 400gm per day.
I hope this blog was informative for y'all.
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