This is the reason why it is important to consume fruit every day
“Fruit is the best source of nutrition for getting vitamins, minerals, fiber and other important nutrients. Moreover, in Indonesia there are also many types of fruit to choose from that have delicious tastes. So from now on there is no longer any reason not to eat fruit every day."
Every July 1 is celebrated as World Fruit Day. Consuming fruit is very important to have a healthy body.
It turns out, there are a ton of benefits for residents of tropical countries like Indonesia.
One of them is that there are many types of plants that produce various kinds of healthy fruits that can be eaten every day.
As we know, there are many benefits of eating fruit every day.
So, below are a number of benefits of eating fruit every day that you need to know.
What are the benefits of fruit for our bodies?
In fact, there are many benefits for people living in tropical countries like Indonesia. One of them is the presence of a diversity of plant species that produce a variety of healthy fruits that can be consumed every day.
Call it pears, pineapple, mangosteen, dragon fruit, snake fruit, and several other fruits that may be found more rarely outside Indonesia. These fruits have also been proven to have many benefits for the body. Apart from being able to provide daily nutrition, fruit can also prevent disease. Experts also recommend that you consume at least 400 grams of fruit and vegetables/day to stay healthy.
Well, there are several important reasons why you need to consume fruit every day:
Water sources
Keeping the body hydrated is very important for improving digestive health, metabolism, brain performance and body cells. Apart from water, consuming fruit can keep the body hydrated. One local fruit that contains a lot of water is watermelon, its water content is up to 92%.
Source of Vitamins: Various types of vitamins are found in fruit.
Fruits are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals. Some of the important nutrients from these fruits include folate, vitamins A, B, B1, B6, C, and potassium.
Source of antioxidants, fruit is a natural source of antioxidants
Some of the vitamins and minerals contained in fruit also contain antioxidants. This substance is very important for fighting free radicals and keeping the body's immune system healthy.
Fruit Is a Healthy Diet Choice
Basically it is suitable for a natural diet, because fruit contains a lot of fiber and water, so consuming fruit can make you feel full longer than other intakes.
Lowers Cholesterol Levels and Blood Pressure
Apart from helping with a diet program, the benefits of eating fruit can also be felt to reduce cholesterol levels and blood pressure.
Improve Brain Performance
Lastly, the benefits of eating fruit can improve brain performance.
Fruits that contain antioxidants are known to help protect the brain from oxidative stress and maintain blood vessel function.
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