Scientists have once again proven the benefits of fruits and vegetables
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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The latest study of American scientists showed how great the benefits of fruits and vegetables for the younger generation. The use of healthy foods has a beneficial effect on the body as a whole and improves mood. A healthy lifestyle, properly selected food is the guarantee of the well-being of the whole organism.
Pros of different plant products depend on color, taste. In the modern world everything is changeable, the taste of some fruits has changed. The sweetness that is in the products attracts the tastes of young people who are not particularly interested in the use of products and their composition. But the taste always influences favorably on the body, so it is important to consider the composition and useful properties. So on an example of a grapefruit, which used to be not so sweet and its color less pronounced, but now it has become sweeter and brighter, which of course attracts attention. All this indicates that there are fewer useful substances in it. Previously, the bitterness that was in it was a cure for many diseases, and now it is present in this product, but to a lesser extent, what has less effect. Its benefit was reduced by 50% compared to the previous years. Despite the reduction in color palette, it is necessary to pay tribute to white fruits and vegetables. These representatives also have their advantages: lower cholesterol and high blood pressure. Their use for strengthening the immune system is great due to the substance of allicin. As a regulator of the immune system, they also reduce the risk of developing breast, colon and prostate cancer.
The use of fruits and vegetables can also have different effects on the body depending on the blood type. For example: people with the first group are suitable potatoes, cabbage, and from the third, more cucumbers, legumes. These products are suitable for all people, but in different quantities. Abuse of food can lead to poor health.
During the research it was found that those who eat apples and pears in their diet 53% reduced the risk of strokes due to contained useful dietary fiber. Green representatives of plant products play a big role for the health of the body. The younger generation needs to pay attention to green vegetation.
And such representatives as onions, mushrooms, radish and cauliflower, and potatoes containing magnesium and fiber increase the feeling of satiety, improving the digestive system of the body. A significant role is the presence of potassium in foods. It is necessary for the smooth operation of the cardiovascular system. With bad mood and depression, magnesium will help.
Green vegetables are rich in keratin, macro micro elements, and natural antioxidants that help reduce the risk of developing eye degeneration. Green leafy vegetables include the right acid, which is very important for a pregnant woman, it prevents the risk of developing fetal diseases.
Citrus fruits also contain a sufficient number of phytochemical elements.
They are of great importance for the forming organism, not only prevent diseases, but also help to fight them.
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