i heart fruits!

Here's something that I came across on this wonderful app on iPad. Its called i heart fruits and it shares with you all the nutrients contained in various fruits, as well as natural cures for all diseases. Now i'm not saying that it will definitely work, but prevention is better than cure. Right? 

Here's some that I found out. To all the ladies, we all want the secret to anti-aging, right? Well if you consume these fruits regularly, you might get that skin, smooth as a baby's bottom! 

ACAI BERRY

These type of berry, even when eaten frozen, powdered, fresh, juiced, contains more antioxidants than almost any other fruit. It is an excellent source of vitamin C, B-Complex, Vitamin E, potassium, copper, zinc, phosphorus and magnesium. It also contains the CRUCIAL cholesterol lowering phytonutrient beta-sitosterol. 

BLACKBERRY

Meanwhile black berries are rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, ellagic acid and anthocyanins. Vitamin C could aid wound healing, as well as protect out bodies from immune system deficiencies, and reduce the risk of heart disease and certain cancers. Ellagic acid protects the skin from UV damage and help repair the skin that has already damaged from sun exposure. Anthocyanins are shown to reduce inflammation in the body and help fight against free radical damage that leads to cancer and heart disease. 

BLUEBERRY

Moving on to the next berry. Blueberries are rich in antioxidants, Fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Riboflavin and Manganese. It may help prevent damage caused by cancer, heart disease and Alzheimer's. 

CRANBERRY

These beautiful babies are my favorite. Or at least when its juiced. It contains Vitamin C, Dietary Fiber, Manganese as well as Vitamin K. Its extremely high and diverse antioxidant content make them key to fending off various types of cancer such as breast cancer, colon cancer, lung cancer and prostate cancer. They also provide immune support, break up kidney stones, reduce inflammation in injured tissues and protect the digestive track from infection. 

GOJI BERRY

These I have yet to try. Its full of antioxidants, beta-carotene, zeaxanthin, Lutein, Lycopene, Vitamin C, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin E and Niacin. It has been long hailed for its various health and medicinal properties. It contains more than 34 times the antioxidant power of orange juice. It also contains the essential amino acids and tract minerals that are vital to muscle growth, as well as healthy fats, fiber and phytosterols - all of which promote digestive and cardiovascular health. 

GRAPES

Contains antioxidants, phytonutrients and Vitamin C. With its number of health-supportive phytonutrients, it is not surprising that grapes have been shown to provide many of our bodily systems with benefits, including the cardiovascular system, respiratory system, immune system, inflammatory system, blood sugar regulating system and nervous system. Another benefit is cancer prevention, with risk of breast, prostate and colon cancer emerging as the most likely areas of grape anti-cancer benefits. 

PEACHES

Lastly, peaches. It contains Potassium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Fiber and Calcium. It also has a high number of nutrients your body needs, such as niacin and thiamine. They are also high in beta-carotene, an antioxidant that converts into Vitamin A, which is essential for healthy hearts and eyes. The antioxidants may also help in maintaining healthy urinary and digestive functions. 

There, that's all of it. Remember, the key is antioxidants. =))