Fruits, Nutrition

Fruits

Picture Fruit Vitamins Minerals BENEFITS AVOID IF YOU HAVE
Bananas Vitamin C
Vitamin B6
Potassium Phytonutrients Antioxidants The high potassium helps maintain the normal blood pressure
Contains pectin and resistant stack which offers the dietary fiber
If you are on dialysis due to kidney failure
Allergies or advised to take a low potassium diet
Apples Vitamin C Vitamin K Vitamin A Vitamin B1, B2 and B6 Vitamin E Potassium Manganese Copper Antioxidants Helps you manage weight
They contain soluble fiber that helps lower cholesterol
Contain polyphenols that help maintain the health of the pancreas for release of insulin.
Recurrent bloating and gastric problems
Strawberries Vitamin C Folate Polyphenols Manganese potassium Manganese Help maintain good blood sugar
Help in normal tissue growth and cell function
Antioxidant helps deal with inflammation
If you have a bleeding disorder or planning to have surgery soon
Taking a medication moved by pumps
Grapes Vitamin C Vitamin k Vitamin B6 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B1 Potassium Copper Manganese Powerful antioxidant hat deals with inflammation and may prevent chronic diseases
May protect from some cancers
May lower blood pressure and reduce cholesterol
Taking medications changed by liver such as Cognex, Flexeril and Luvox
Taking medication to slow clotting such as Warfarin
Oranges Vitamin A Vitamin C Vitamin B9 Potassium Calcium Protects your cells from damage
Enables the body to make collagen and heal wounds fast
Enables the body to absorb iron and prevent anemia
If taking beta blockers to deal with high blood pressure
Taking ivermectin
Watermelon Vitamin C Vitamin A Vitamin B1, B5 and B6 Potassium Magnesium Beta Carotene Contains Lycopene ay help prevent cancer
May lower blood pressure and reduce cholesterol
May lower inflammation and oxidative stress
If you have an allergic reaction to melons or pumpkins
Eat in low quantities if you have diabetes
Lemons Vitamin C Iron May prevent kidney stones
May treat anemia
May lower the risk of heart disease
Avocados Vitamin B6 Vitamin B9 Vitamin E Vitamin K Potassium Increases healthy fats in the body
May support eye health as it contains Zeazanthin and Lutein
May decrease the effective ness of drugs that reduce clotting
If you have a latex allergy
Peaches Vitamin A Vitamin C Vitamin E Vitamin K Niacin Potassium Copper Manganese Phosphorus Iron May prevent inflammation in the body
Contain high fiber that may aid in digestion
May help promote heart health
If you are taking medication to slow clotting
Blueberries Vitamin C May help promote heart health and lower cholesterol
May improve memory and reduce depression
May improve arthritis symptoms
Take in limited quantities if taking medication to lower blood sugar
Pineapples Vitamin B6 Thiamin Folate Niacin Pantothenic Acid Riboflavin Vitamin C Iron Magnesium Copper Its enzymes can assist digestion
Aids in the absorption of the iron in the body
Has antioxidants that help fight oxidative stress
May increase the side effects of tetracycline and Amoxicillin
Take in low quantities if taking anti-clotting medication
If sensitive to latex
Cantaloupe Vitamin A Vitamin C Vitamin B3 Vitamin K Choline Selenium Manganese Choline Phosphorus Many help manage blood sugar
Enables the body to absorb iron
Balances the electrolytes in the body
Take low amounts if using medication to lower blood sugar
Cherries Vitamin C Vitamin A Potassium May help improve the quality of sleep
May help improve brain health and prevent Alzheimer’s disease
May help improve general moos as it has serotonin
Take in low amounts if having regular dialysis
Pears Vitamin C Vitamin K Vitamin A Potassium Copper May protect against oxidative stress
May help reduce hangover symptoms
May help reduce weight along with low calorie diet
If you are allergic to high potassium dishes
Limes Vitamin B6 Vitamin C Thiamine Iron Potassium May protect against free radicals
May help boost immunity
May help promote a healthy skin
If you are allergic to citrus fruits
Do not apply on skin if you have increased sensitivity to UV rays
Mangoes Vitamin C Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin B5 Vitamin K Riboflavin Folate Niacin Potassium Manganese Copper Magnesium It helps boost immunity
Potassium and magnesium helps relax blood vessels and lower blood pressure
It has an enzyme amylase that helps in the digestion
Avoid if hypersensitive to potassium and copper
Raspberries Vitamin C Vitamin B complex Potassium Manganese Omega 3 fatty acids May help reduce the length of labor pain
May help lower the amount of blood lost in menses
Helps lower blood pressure and improve heart health
Take sparingly if taking medication to lower blood pressure
Avoid if having hormone sensitive conditions like breast and ovarian cancer
Blackberries Vitamin C Vitamin A Vitamin K Potassium Magnesium Calcium Source of fiber that enhances digestion
May help sooth sore throats
Help improve the healing speed of wounds
Take in low amounts if taking diabetes medication
if you have sensitivity to tannins or feel nauseated when you take a few
Plums Vitamin C Vitamin A Vitamin K Phosphorus Magnesium Calcium Potassium May provide relief from constipation
May control blood pressure due to high potassium content
May help reduce blood sugar
If you are allergic to plums
Take sparingly with diabetes medication
Nectarines Vitamin A Vitamin C Vitamin K Potassium Manganese Copper May help fight against cancer
May help maintain blood sugar levels within norm
They help flush the toxins
Avoid if taking a potassium restricted diet
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