1- Natural and unprocessed, fruits are made by mother nature herself.
2- Fruits are rich in water, keeping our bodies hydrated and balanced.
3- Fruits contain no bad cholesterol (according to Web MD, “… abnormal cholesterol levels such as high LDL cholesterol or low HDL cholesterol are a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke” ) and are naturally low in calories.
4- They are an important source of vitamin C, which is important for growth and repair of body tissues including wounds and cuts.
5- Natural source of Folic Acid, which helps the body form red blood cells responsible for delivering life-saving oxygen and removing waste.
6- Fruits are rich in fiber, your digestive system’s best friend – reducing constipation, fiber also aids proper bowel movements and prevent diseases in this part of the system.
7- Vitamin A in carrots aids night vision. According to MedlinePlus, “Vitamin A helps form and maintain healthy skin, teeth, skeletal and soft tissue, mucus membranes, and skin. It is also known as retinol because it produces the pigments in the retina of the eye..”
8. Fruits are comparatively inexpensive … considering how much we spend on other foods.
Generally, fruits help reduce the risk of many diseases including heart disease, high blood pressure and certain cancers.
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