🥑Fruits are rich in phytochemicals which are compounds found in plant foods. Studies have found that phytochemicals found in fruits helps to fight cancers, diabetes and other chronic diseases.
🍉Fruits are an excellent source of essential vitamins and minerals, and they are high in fiber.
🥒They bolster your immune system and lower the risk of digestive problems and some types of cancers.
🥭They are also loaded with flavonoids, Carotenoids, Lutein, Xeanxanthin and other antioxidants needed by the body to function optimally!
🍌Rich in Fibre:
Fruits are rich in soluble fibre called pectin which help to regulate blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
🍋The fibre in fruits also support the microbiome-microorganisms that enhance gut health and ease digestion.
🍈Eye health:
A Carotenoid called Lutein found in many colorful fruits can prevent age-related macular degeneration, which are the common causes of glaucoma, cataract and retinopathy (a condition common with diabetes).
🍏Bone density:
Fruits are good sources of Vitamins C, K, A, Magnesium, Potassium, Calcium and carotenoids which promote healthy bones.
🍐Brain health:
Fruits contain antioxidants and minerals that improve blood flow to the brain and nervous system. This mechanism helps to reduce the risk of peripheral neuropathy, a complication associated with diabetes.
🥝Fruits intake also reduces cellular stress and inflammation in the body. This in turn helps to reduce the risk of diabetes Nephropathy and cardiomyopathy.
🍇Fruits helps to alkalize the body thereby reducing hyperacidity, which can lead to chronic diseases including diabetes.
🥥Promote satiety:
So many fruits provide a good amount of fibre and water, which keeps you full and satisfied.
🍅Fruits help your mood:
Fruits contain Magnesium, Zinc and other Nutrients which helps to decrease stress and anxiety!
🌶️Natural Detoxification:
A combination of fruits taken over time helps to evacuate harmful toxins from the body!
🍄Regular consumption of whole fruits help to achieve ideal weight thereby reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes!
🍠Fruits help to enhance proper metabolism and improve insulin sensitivity!
🧅Fruits nourish the skin, hair and nails enhancing wellness!
🍒Fruit sugars are highly volatile, that is, they easily convert to energy and are optimally used by the body.
🌽Fruits come in varieties and are pleasant to eat!
🥦Some fruits contain good fats and some proteins and can help constitute a balanced diet. Eg Avocado, coconuts, banana etc.
NOTE that WHOLE fruits is recommended for diabetics.
Diabetics should avoid juicing of fruits as it can lead to the uncontrolled influx of sugars into the body.
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN DIABETICS AVOID FRUITS?.
🍎They become prone to constipation and colon cancer because of insufficient fibre intake from fruits.
🍎They are at risk of anemia because most of the vitamins that help in absorption of Nutrients like iron, are found in fruits, eg Vitamin C.
🍎They can suffer from appetite loss!
🍎They easily become lethargic and weak as a result of Inadequate energy.
🍎They suffer insomnia and mood swings due to brain-nutrient deficiencies.
🍎They are at risk of diabetic complications like Retinopathy, Neuropathy, Nephropathy and cardiomyopathies. These are results of nutrient deficiencies and metabolic anomalies.
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