Fruits that contain lots of vitamins can help the body fight viruses and bacteria that invade the body, especially during extreme weather like today. “Vitamins which are contained in the fruit maintain immunity at high level, so the body is not susceptible to flu and fever,” says Amy Howell, Ph.D., a scientist at Rutgers University. There are 5 types of fruit that can enhance the immune system:
1. Apple
It is no doubt that apples are one source of antioxidants that are quite popular today. Antioxidants contained in one apple equal to 1500mg of vitamin C. Moreover, apples are also full of very useful protective flavanoids in preventing heart attacks and cancer.
2. Papaya
With 250% RDA of vitamin C contained in papaya fruit was able to avoid the body from fever. The content of beta-caroten, vitamin C and vitamin E of papaya reduces inflammation in the body and the incidence of asthma.
3. Cranberry
Cranberries contain a fairly high antioxidant fruits and vegetables than in general. One dish cranberries contain 5 times more antioxidants than broccoli. Cranberry is a natural probiotic that helps good bacteria multiply in the body and protect it from the food-borne diseases.
4. Grapefruit
Grapefruit full of vitamin C, besides it contains natural compounds called limonoids which is useful for lowering cholesterol levels. Types of Red Grapefruit is the most source and potentially to fight cancer because of the lycopen content.
5. Banana
Bananas became one of the highest sources of vitamin B6 as compared with other fruits. Bananas can reduce fatigue, depression, stress, and insomnia (sleeplessness). High content of magnesium keeps bones strong, while potassium helps prevent heart attacks and high blood pressure.
It turned out pretty easy right? Prepare fruits as dessert to fulfill the needs of daily vitamins and prevent flu attacked. Of course, should be done together with rest and exercise regularly!
