The Benefits of Fruit
Acai
* Contains heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids
* Packed with the potent antioxidant, anthocyanin
* Contains micro nutrients that slow premature aging
Apple
* Beneficial to people who suffer from arthritis and joint problems
* A traditional dieretic that has a great cleansing effect on the kidneys
Banana
* Help with depression because they contain tryptophan, which is a protien that the body converts into serotonin
* One of the fastest ways to beat a hangover
* Help to protect against stomach ulcers along with relieving heartburn
Blackberry
* Have been shown to be effective at treating general stomach problems
Blueberry
* One of the highest antioxidant containing foods
* Contain high amounts of fiber, which can help reduce cholesterol
Cantaloupe
* Great for healthy vision
* Contain high amounts of folate, which is important for producing and maintaining new cells, especially during pregnancy
Cherry
* Shown to have anti-inflammatory effects to help ease muscle pain
* Contain high levels of melatonin, which people who suffer from heart attacks have been shown to have low melatonin levels
* Great for your immune system
Cranberry
* Help in treating urinary tract infections because they produce hippuric acid in urine, which prevents bacteria from sticking to the walls of the bladder
* Help lower calcium levels in urine, which reduces the chances of developing kidney stones
* Good for cardiovascular health
Grapefruit
* Contain chemicals that act as an appetite reducer
* Contain high amounts of lycopene, which may reduce the risk of prostate cancer
* Contain pectin, which may help in lowering cholesterol
Guava
* Can help women who suffer from prolonged menstruation
* Contain high ammounts of nutrients that improve poor blood circulation and stregthen your heart
* Great for your immune system (contain 5 times more Vit C than oranges)
Grape (Red)
* Good for brain function
* Contain selenium, which studies show fights prostate cancer
* Grape seed extract is used as a natural antihistamine and anti-inflammatory agent
* Has great healing properties along with purifying your blood and enhancing your immune system
Honeydew
* It's nutrients have been shown to be very beneficial to preventing unborn babies from birth defects
* Beneficial in fighting cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and cancer
Kiwi
* Improve conditions of asthmatic children
* High in dietary fiber, which reduces the risk of colon cancer
* The black seeds in kiwi fruit contain Omega-3 essential fatty acids
Lemon
* Its juice is a great cleanser of the body and kills germs. Releases toxins from your liver
* May help in relieving headaches
Lime
* Contain high amounts of flavinoids, which are shown to stop cancer cells from developing
* Aids those who are trying to lose weight
Mango
* Lessens stomach acidity and acts as a natural diuretic
Orange
* Very beneficial to your immune system
* Contain pectin, which helps lower cholesterol
* Blocks nitrates that con lead to stomach cancer
Papaya
* Helps your stomach in digestion
* Shown to be helpful in treating fevers and stomach ulcers
Passion Fruit
* Helps to reduce asthma symptoms
* Has relaxing effect and can induce sleep if eaten before bedtime
Peach
*Great diuretic and have strong detoxifying effect on the body
* Have strong healing effects and may help those with issues such as liver infections, lung weakness and cancer ulcers
Pear
* High in dietary fiber, which flushes toxins from the body
* May help with constipation and ensure regularity
Pineapple
* Has anti-inflammatory effect
* Contain enzymes that aid in digestion, which can help general stomach issues
* Reduce blood clotting by improving circulation
* May help improve memory function along with improving your mood
Plum
* Stimulate bowel movements and can help you stay regular
* Great for detoxing the body and flushing toxins
Pomegranate
* Contains high amounts of antioxidants that may help prevent cancer and slow the aging process
* Contains the antioxidant polyphenols, which fight free radicals and may be able to prevent breast/prostate cancer along with protecting your heart.
Raspberry
* May help slow the release of carbohydrates into the blood stream of diabetics
* Good source of iron and folate, which is used for anemia patients suffering from low red blood cell counts
Strawberry
* Contain natural pain killing substances
* Contain high amounts of folic acid, which has been proven to reduce birth defects
* Like most berries, they contain many phytochemicals and antioxidants that help prevent certian diseases and cancers
Watermelon
* Have been shown to have an anticlotting action on our blood
* The distilled water in this fruit packed with nutrients and can help with cleansing your kidneys
* They are high is lycopene, which is helpful for prostate and heart health.
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* Contains heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids
* Packed with the potent antioxidant, anthocyanin
* Contains micro nutrients that slow premature aging
Apple
* Beneficial to people who suffer from arthritis and joint problems
* A traditional dieretic that has a great cleansing effect on the kidneys
Banana
* Help with depression because they contain tryptophan, which is a protien that the body converts into serotonin
* One of the fastest ways to beat a hangover
* Help to protect against stomach ulcers along with relieving heartburn
Blackberry
* Have been shown to be effective at treating general stomach problems
Blueberry
* One of the highest antioxidant containing foods
* Contain high amounts of fiber, which can help reduce cholesterol
Cantaloupe
* Great for healthy vision
* Contain high amounts of folate, which is important for producing and maintaining new cells, especially during pregnancy
Cherry
* Shown to have anti-inflammatory effects to help ease muscle pain
* Contain high levels of melatonin, which people who suffer from heart attacks have been shown to have low melatonin levels
* Great for your immune system
Cranberry
* Help in treating urinary tract infections because they produce hippuric acid in urine, which prevents bacteria from sticking to the walls of the bladder
* Help lower calcium levels in urine, which reduces the chances of developing kidney stones
* Good for cardiovascular health
Grapefruit
* Contain chemicals that act as an appetite reducer
* Contain high amounts of lycopene, which may reduce the risk of prostate cancer
* Contain pectin, which may help in lowering cholesterol
Guava
* Can help women who suffer from prolonged menstruation
* Contain high ammounts of nutrients that improve poor blood circulation and stregthen your heart
* Great for your immune system (contain 5 times more Vit C than oranges)
Grape (Red)
* Good for brain function
* Contain selenium, which studies show fights prostate cancer
* Grape seed extract is used as a natural antihistamine and anti-inflammatory agent
* Has great healing properties along with purifying your blood and enhancing your immune system
Honeydew
* It's nutrients have been shown to be very beneficial to preventing unborn babies from birth defects
* Beneficial in fighting cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and cancer
Kiwi
* Improve conditions of asthmatic children
* High in dietary fiber, which reduces the risk of colon cancer
* The black seeds in kiwi fruit contain Omega-3 essential fatty acids
Lemon
* Its juice is a great cleanser of the body and kills germs. Releases toxins from your liver
* May help in relieving headaches
Lime
* Contain high amounts of flavinoids, which are shown to stop cancer cells from developing
* Aids those who are trying to lose weight
Mango
* Lessens stomach acidity and acts as a natural diuretic
Orange
* Very beneficial to your immune system
* Contain pectin, which helps lower cholesterol
* Blocks nitrates that con lead to stomach cancer
Papaya
* Helps your stomach in digestion
* Shown to be helpful in treating fevers and stomach ulcers
Passion Fruit
* Helps to reduce asthma symptoms
* Has relaxing effect and can induce sleep if eaten before bedtime
Peach
*Great diuretic and have strong detoxifying effect on the body
* Have strong healing effects and may help those with issues such as liver infections, lung weakness and cancer ulcers
Pear
* High in dietary fiber, which flushes toxins from the body
* May help with constipation and ensure regularity
Pineapple
* Has anti-inflammatory effect
* Contain enzymes that aid in digestion, which can help general stomach issues
* Reduce blood clotting by improving circulation
* May help improve memory function along with improving your mood
Plum
* Stimulate bowel movements and can help you stay regular
* Great for detoxing the body and flushing toxins
Pomegranate
* Contains high amounts of antioxidants that may help prevent cancer and slow the aging process
* Contains the antioxidant polyphenols, which fight free radicals and may be able to prevent breast/prostate cancer along with protecting your heart.
Raspberry
* May help slow the release of carbohydrates into the blood stream of diabetics
* Good source of iron and folate, which is used for anemia patients suffering from low red blood cell counts
Strawberry
* Contain natural pain killing substances
* Contain high amounts of folic acid, which has been proven to reduce birth defects
* Like most berries, they contain many phytochemicals and antioxidants that help prevent certian diseases and cancers
Watermelon
* Have been shown to have an anticlotting action on our blood
* The distilled water in this fruit packed with nutrients and can help with cleansing your kidneys
* They are high is lycopene, which is helpful for prostate and heart health.
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Diet Recommendations for Health Conditions (Presented by HealthCastle.com)
Below are some links that contain useful information that may help improve the following conditions:
* Acid Reflux
* ADHD
* Anemia
* Breast Cancer
* Cancer
* Cholesterol
* Diabetes
* Heart Smart
* Lactose Intolerance
* Menopause
* Osteoporosis
* Pregnancy
DISCLAIMER: All of the content on this page is for information purposes. While studies show that certian nutrients can ruduce you chance of desease, nothing is for certian. Please contact your physician as always for any medical emergencies.
* Acid Reflux
* ADHD
* Anemia
* Breast Cancer
* Cancer
* Cholesterol
* Diabetes
* Heart Smart
* Lactose Intolerance
* Menopause
* Osteoporosis
* Pregnancy
DISCLAIMER: All of the content on this page is for information purposes. While studies show that certian nutrients can ruduce you chance of desease, nothing is for certian. Please contact your physician as always for any medical emergencies.