SUPERFOOD (Part 3 of 4: My SuperFruit)

My SuperFruit List

1. Mangosteen
2. Lemon
3. Pomegranate
4. Pineapple
5. Grapefruit
6. Grapes
7. Coconuts
8. All types of Berries
9. Papaya
10. Soursop

Mangosteen

• Good for maintaining blood sugar levels
• Anti-inflammatory properties – inhibit release of histamine and prostaglandin
• Rich nutrient in fruit helps to boost immune system
• Beneficial in stomach disorder – diarrhea and dysentery
• A healing fruit rich in antioxidant properties
• Do not contain any saturated fats or cholesterol

Lemon

• Excellent source of Vitamin C – increase immune system
• Having a warm lemon juice water in the morning – helps to flush out toxins
• Encourages production of bile and aids digestion
• Helps to replenish body salts especially after an exercise workout session
• Helps to cure common flu
• Balances the pH levels in the body
• Contains pectin fibre which is beneficial for colon health

Pomegranate

• Heals ulcer in oral cavity and throat
• Regular intake of the juice – maintain good blood circulation and this can decrease the risk of heart attacks
• Have high levels of antioxidant – flavonoids – effective in reducing risk of developing cancer
• Helps reduce symptoms of anemia
• Provides relief from stomach disorders
• Increases appetite and increase in digestion

Pineapple

• Assists as a cough remedy- high in Vitamin C and Bromelain enzyme
• Rich source of manganese – helps in strengthening bones and connective tissues
• Keeps your teeth strong and healthy
• Promotes digestion due to its dietary fiber
• Maintains blood pressure due to this high amount of potassium and low sodium
• Treats intestinal worms
• The exfoliating property nature makes it a natural scrub for your feet, sloughing off the flaky dry calloused skin of feet.

Grapefruit

• Act as a liver tonic to detoxify and recharge the liver cells
• Has an alkaline reaction after digestion – increases the alkalinity of the body fluids
• It treats diabetes
• Relieves fever
• Natural source of quinine – excellent cure to Malaria
• Reduce risk of kidney stones formation
• Helps in production of healthy colon cells

Grapes

• Resveratrol in grapes works as an anti-inflammatory – effective for heart disease
• Supports in eliminating uric acid
• Resveratrol as a nutrient – improves brain power
• Protects skin from damaging UV rays of the sun
• Helps in halitosis and foul smell from mouth
• Good for the eyes
• Rich source of Iron and Fiber – helps to fight anaemia and constipation during pregnancy

Coconut

• Cooling and a natural thirst quencher
• Nourishes all our body tissues
• Helps cleanse the urinary tract
• Heals hot flushes for menopausal women
• Improves skin complexion
• A natural energy booster
• Improves calcium and mangnesium with mal-absorption syndrome
• Reduces inflammation
• Supports tissue healing and repair
• Reliefs symptoms associated with ulcerative colitis, stomach ulcers

All Types of Berries

• Loaded with fiber, which makes you feel full and yet has all the nutrient goodness
• Protect body against inflammation and free radicals – molecules that can damage our body cells
• Reduces degeneration of the eyes
• Promotes cell and tissue health
• Maintains youthful appearance
• Reduces joint and muscle discomfort
• Keeps you mentally sharp
• Fights urinary tract infections

Papaya

• Boosts immunity
• Low in calorie and has considerable amount of fiber – good for weight loss
• Low in sugar content – makes it an excellent fruit for diabetes
• Rich in Vitamin A and beta carotene – keeps the mucus membrane in our eyes healthy
• Papain enzyme in papaya helps to relief menstrual pain
• Prevents signs of aging due to its richness of Vitamin A, E, beta carotene
• Extract of papaya – external application on head scalp – good to keep dandruff away. Helps to boost hair growth and strengthening
• Helps to reduce stress

Soursop

• This fruit can be taken as a remedy for urethritis, haematuria and liver ailments
• Cancer treatment potential
• Cures skin problems
• Lower high blood pressure
• Controls fungal and bacteria infections
• Prevents constipation (Fiber)
• Boosts good cholesterol levels (Niacin)
• Helps prevent migraines (riboflavin)