Monday, February 27, 2012

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Thursday, February 9, 2012

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Monday, February 6, 2012

CRACKED HEELS


Cracked heels are a sign of lack of attention to foot care rather than just overexposure or lack of moisturizing. Medically, cracked heels are also known as heel fissures. Fissures are regular linear cut wounds and mostly affect the surface level which comprises of the epidermis. Sometimes it may get deep into the dermis and become painful. Excessive pressure on the feet pads make the feet want to expand sideways. As the skin, surrounding the sides of the feet are dry they crack and cause cracked heels. Appearances of dry cracked heels also indicate zinc and omega-3 fatty acid deficiency.

Though cracks in the skin may arise anywhere in the body the most common is area is the rim of the heel and web of toes, which happen to be the most frequently or constantly used parts of our body. Dry skin or xerosis is one of the most common causes that lead to cracked heels .The other key reason being thick or callus skin around the rim of the heel. Most of the foot problems arise due to neglect and oversight with regard to feet care. Cracked feet, corns and other common feet ailments can be attended to and are easily avoidable.

Cracked heels are not a harmful in anyway except when the fissures or cracks are deep, and tend to become painful and the skin begins to bleed. This could lead to infection and is an avoidable situation mostly for those already suffering from chronic ailments such as diabetes or lowering immune system due to age or illness which may retard the treatment of cracked heels.

Cracked heels are a common occurrence for senior citizens or people who are constantly on their feet thus exerting pressure on the feet pad. In addition to this, sebum production decreases with age and so seniors tend to suffer from dry and cracked heels. Excessively dry skin, peeling skin, and dry and cracked skin on the heels are some of the most common skin problems that seniors face. Dry skin on the heels is often a recurrent problem. It can affect either both the heels or one of the heel. But most commonly, cracked heels affect both the feet.
 
Symptoms for Cracked Heels
 
Most Common Symptoms of Dry, Cracked Heels and Feet
 
Signs and symptoms that surface on the skin are simple indicators of a faulty internal activity or an external abuse. If one observes the body and its manifestations minutely one can avoid disease and disorders by treating them before they take on a destructive path. Similarly, feet care calls for a little attention and when the feet finds it lacking they indicate the following signs to show the feet could do well with some care.
Red or Flaky Patches:
This is often one of the first symptoms of dry cracked heels and if it is ignored, the condition may worsen in time. Dry skin is also vulnerable to dry skin infections and so it is important to treat the condition right away.
Peeling and Cracked Skin:
This symptom generally follows the first symptom of red or flaky skin. Peeling and cracked skin is a definite sign of dry cracked heels and immediate measures must be taken to remedy the condition. Make sure that you do not try to pull off the pieces of dry skin as this could damage the skin it is attached to. If you need to get rid of a long piece of dead sin you can use a small pair of scissors to slowly and carefully clip away the dead skin.
Itchy Skin:
Itchy skin is caused by the abnormal shrinking of the upper layers of dry skin. This excessive shrinking causes the stretching of the skin below and around the affected areas and this results in general discomfort and itchiness. You will have to get rid of the upper layers of dead skin before you start any type of treatment for dry cracked heels.
•Bleeding or Discharge from Cracks:
Bleeding or discharge from cracks in your heels is a very serious problem as it indicates that the cracks not only affect the upper layers of the skin but also the lower layers of tissue. Deep cracks in the heels will also increase an individual’s risk of suffering from a skin infection in this area. Wearing closed shoes without socks while you have dry and cracked heels will only serve to further increase one’s risk of suffering from a dry and cracked heels fungus infection as closed shoes provide fungus and yeast infections with the perfect habitat to reproduce.
Causes for Cracked Heels
 
Most Common Causes that Lead to Cracked Heels
 
Here is a compilation of the most common causes that lead to cracked heels:
Naturally dry skin or thick dry skin (callus) around the heel that is more likely to crack is often due to excessive feet activity.
Prolonged standing at work or home .Hard floors may also cause cracks in the feet.
Being overweight may increase the pressure on the normal fat pad under the heel, causing it to expand sideways and if the skin lacks flexibility the pressure on the feet lead to cracked heels.
Back-open sandals or shoes allow the fat under the heel to expand sideways and increases the possibility of cracks on the heels.
Disease and Disorders-Athlete’s foot, Psoriasis, Eczema, Thyroid disease, Diabetes and some other skin conditions may also cause cracked heels.
Continuous exposure to water- Water, especially running water, can rob the skin of its natural oils and this can leave the skin dry and rough. Standing for prolonged periods in a damp area such as a bathroom can cause dry and cracked heels.

Here is a list of some other reasons that may lead to cracked heels:
Age - Thick dry scaly skin lose elasticity with age and thus cracks have higher incidence with age.
Ill fitting shoes, standing for a long time or change in walking posture.
Unhygienic circumstances or conditions
Unhealthy, dry scaly skin due to climate or diseases
Deficiency of vitamins, minerals and zinc
 
 
Remedies for Cracked Heels
 
Natural Cures to Care for your Feet and Heels
 
Feet care is not a disorder one can be clueless about. This is also one of the reasons why people almost always neglect it. Primarily, feet care begins with some care. One may seek help to cure their dry cracked heels and feet by using relief measures that include home remedy treatment options which help treat fungus – one of the main causes of dry cracked heels. Home remedies have some of the best cost effective and result oriented solutions one can try and experiment with. But it is important to note that when home remedies do not cure cracked heels it is wise to take an appointment with your general physician. You can also consult him/her for further information on dry cracked heels causes, treatment, and prevention.

Here is a compilation of the best known remedies to treat cracked heels:
Apply any shortening or hydrogenated vegetable oil after washing the feet clean on dry and cracked areas of the feet. After applying a thick coat of shortening on the feet, wear a pair of thick socks. Leaving this application overnight can surely provide positive results in few days.
Apply the pulp of a ripe banana on the dry or cracked area of the heel. Leave it on for 10 minutes and rinse it clean. This is a simple dry cracked heels home remedy and it can be used on a daily basis to prevent and treat dry and cracked heels. You can also add half an avocado or the flesh of half a coconut to a blender along with the banana to form a thick and creamy paste. Avocados and coconuts are rich in several essential oils and fat soluble vitamins. This paste will help to provide your skin with the vitamins and oils it requires to stay soft and well moisturized. This paste can be used to treat as well as prevent dry cracked heels.
Soak the feet in lemon juice for about 10minutes. Follow this therapy on a weekly basis until one finds a change. Lemon juice is a very mild natural acid and helps to dissolve dead and dry skin son that it can be easily removed. It is best to soak your feet in a lemon juice solution and then lightly scrub it with a loofa or soft foot brush to gently exfoliate the top layers of dead skin that cause dry cracked heels.
A daily regime of cleaning and moisturizing is a good cure for dry or cracked heels. At the end of the day soak the feet in warm soapy water for about 15 minutes. Rinse feet and pat dry. Make a healing mixture comprising of: one teaspoon Vaseline and the juice of one lemon. Rub this mixture onto the cracked heels and other required areas of the feet till it is thoroughly absorbed. This can be done daily until visible results are obtained. It is best to apply this mixture to your feet right before you go to bed. You can then pull on a pair of thick woolen socks to protect your linen from getting stained. Furthermore, the woolen socks will help to trap your body heat and this will increase the effectiveness of the mixture as more of it will be absorbed by your skin. You can exfoliate your skin before and after you use this mixture. The oils in this mixture will help to soften dry and cracked heels and this will allow you to easily slough off the dead skin the next morning.
A regular application of a mixture of glycerin and rosewater is known to soothe and cure cracked heels.
Another result oriented solution is to melt paraffin wax and mix it well with little mustard oil. Apply on the dry or cracked area of the heels. Rinse it off in the morning. A continuous application for 10 to15 days can achieve desirable results.
To get rid of the dry skin on your heels, you should exfoliate your feet on a regular basis. Avoid harsh cosmetic exfoliating scrubs and instead you can make your own gentle and natural scrub with honey, apple cider vinegar, and rice flour. You will fist have to grind a handful of rice until your get a fine but coarse flour. After that, add a few spoons of raw honey to the mixture along with enough apple cider vinegar to obtain a thick paste. If the cracks are very deep, you can add a spoon of olive oil or sweet almond oil to the paste. Soak your feet for 20 minutes and then gently massage them with this paste. The vinegar in this cracked heel treatment will help to dissolve the thickened layers of dead skin while the rice flour will gently abrade the top layer of dead skin. Honey and olive oil act as natural moisturizers and will help to keep the skin on your feet soft and moisturized and this will prevent further cracking.
Many cracked heel repair creams that are avoidable in the market today contain chemicals that can aggravate your skin and increase discomfort. You can make your own moisturizing cracked heel cream by mixing together a spoon of olive oil along with a few drops of lemon oil or lavender oil. Pour this blend of oils into a small bottle and add an equal amount of water to it. Shake the contents thoroughly so that the water and oil form a thick milky solution. Use this homemade remedy for dry cracked heels as and when it is needed. Make sure that you shake the solution before you use it.
 
Diet for Cracked Heels
 
Consume a Diet Rich in Calcium, Iron, Zinc and Omega-3 Fats
 
Cracked heels are caused by deficiency of vitamins, minerals, zinc and omega 3 fatty acids. Therefore it is essential to have a diet rich in vitamins, minerals and zinc. Omega-3 fatty acids are not naturally produced by the body, therefore it has to be ingested from food or supplements.
Here is list of essential foods that one can include in a regular meal and help curb deficiencies that may cause cracked heels:

Vitamins (Vitamin E) rich foods include: vegetable oils, green vegetables, cereals, wheat germ, whole-grain products and nuts.
Minerals (Calcium and Iron) rich foods include :
1. Calcium:
Milk, cheese, yogurt, goat’s milk, fortified soya milk, mineral water, ice cream, tinned fish, juices, cereals and broccoli are excellent sources of calcium. Dairy products such as milk and yogurt are also considered as one of the best sources of calcium.
2. Iron:
Meat, chicken and fish are good sources of iron. Iron is also available in cereals, eggs, vegetables and beans; however it is not as easily absorbed into the body as the iron from meat, chicken and fish.

3. Zinc Rich Foods Include:
Oysters, chicken, crab, kidney beans, yogurt, brown rice, spaghetti.

4. Omega-3 Fatty Acids are Largely Found In: Purslane herb, cold water fish, and flaxseed oil or flax seeds.
 
Other Suggestions for Cracked Heels
 
Here are some simple suggestions towards caring for the feet effortlessly:

Keep feet clean and dirt free

Exercise the feet regularly
Alternate hot and cold water for a feet bath to soothe the feet
Moisturize and exfoliate the feet whenever possible
Avoid walking bare feet as much as possible
id spending prolonged periods in a wet or damp area. When washing clothes, make sure that your feet are well protected. If you are hand washing any items of clothing, make sure that the soapy water does not splash onto your feet. Detergents are meant to break down oils and so this will leave the skin on your heels dry and cracked.
Soak your feet in warm water at least once a week as this will help to increase blood circulation to your feet. You can add a spoon of fresh mint leaf juice to the water for relief from dry cracked heels.
After a shower, apply a little moisturizer to your heels as this will help to seal in moisture and prevent cracking.

Besides using natural methods and the best creams available in the market one could also use shoes that are specially designed for treatment and repair of dry cracked heels.
 
 
 
Warning: The reader of this article should exercise all precautionary measures while following instructions on the home remedies from this article. Avoid using any of these products if you are allergic to it. The responsibility lies with the reader and not with the site or the writer.This information is solely for informational purposes. IT IS NOT INTENDED TO PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE and should not be treated as a substitute for the medical advice of your own doctor.

A 2 Z of Fruits


Apple

 
 
Key benefits of apples
Apples, known as a cleansing food, contain fibre, antioxidants and fruit flavonoids. The most important of the flavonoids contained in apples is quercetin, which has anti-inflammatory as well as anti-cancer actions. Apples contain vitamin C as well � more so in green apples than in red ones. Apples can reduce blood cholesterol levels, counter constipation and diarrhoea, help joint problems and help prevent diseases in general. How much apples should you eat?
Apples can be eaten freely, but more than two or three a day does not increase the health benefits. Large quantities of apple juice can encourage tooth decay and diarrhoea.
Maximising the benefits of apples
Apples are best eaten raw, as cooking them can reduce the flavonoids by as much as 70 percent into the cooking water. It is also a good idea to eat the apple unpeeled as flavonoids are contained in or near the skin.
Nutritional values of apple
Calories
57
Fibre
1,8 g
Potassium
120 mg
Vitamin C
10 mg
Vitamin E
0,6 mg
Quantities per 100 g
 

Appricot
 
An apricot, with its fat, juicy, bright-coloured flesh, is rich in the antioxidant beta-carotene as well as iron and potassium.
 
Key benefits of apricots
Apricots are rich in the antioxidant beta-carotene and rich in iron and potassium. It can help regulate blood pressure and is also high in soluble fibre, which helps maintain regular bowel function.
How much apricots should you eat?
Dried or fresh apricots can be eaten freely. A handful of dried apricots supplies one fifth of an adult's daily potassium needs and between 10 and 20 percent of an adult's iron needs.
Maximising the benefits of apricots
Dried apricots should be eaten with foods that are rich in Vitamin C so that iron absorption can be increased.
Nutritional values of apricots
Calories
188
Carotenes
323 mcg
Fat
1 g
Fibre
8 g
Iron
4 mg
Potassium
1880 mg
Carbohydrates
37 g
Starch
0
Sugars
37 g
Protein
4 g
Glycaemic index high
100 g Dried apricots
 

Avocado
 
The avo is a natural source of monounsaturated fat, which makes it a heart-healthy food package. And it's delicious!
 
Key benefits of avocado
Avocados reduce cholesterol and so reduce the risk of atherosclerosis. They also have antioxidant ability and contain both vitamins E, C and B6, as well as potassium.
How much avocado should you eat?
Intake of avocados should be moderate, as they are high in calories. A whole avocado weighs about 130g and has about 240 calories.
Maximising the benefits fo avocado
Avocado is a natural source of monounsaturated fat, which makes it a heart-healthy food package. Alpha-carotene is best absorbed with some fat, as is vitamin E.
Nutritional values of avocado
Calories
190
Potassium
450 mg
Fibre
3,4g
Vitamin E
3,2mg
Per 100 g raw
 

Banana
 
Bananas are great, no-fuss snacks. They're also packed with goodness and are great sources of potassium and vitamin B6.
 
Key benefits of bananas
Bananas are a good source of both potassium and vitamin B6. They not only help to maintain bowel health, but are also good energy-boosting snacks. As bananas ripen, their starch is converted into sugar. Bananas help to maintain blood sugar levels and it is also a fruit which is easily digested.
How much banana should you eat?
Bananas can be eaten freely, within limits. A banana weighing 100 g contains about 62 calories. It must be remembered that dried bananas are a more concentrated source of nutrients than plain bananas.
Maximising the benefits of banana
Fresh, ripe bananas are a very good source of fruit sugars and can give a quick energy boost.
Nutritional values of banana
Calories
62
Potassium
270 mg
Vitamin B6
0.19 mg
Vitamin C
7 mg
Niacin
0.5 g
Per 100g ready-to-eat, weighed with the skin
 

BlackBerry
 
Blackberries are a good, low-fat source of vitamin E. These sexy berries also make fantastic, healthy dessert treats.
 
Key benefits of blackberries
Blackberries are a good low fat source of vitamin E and it helps to fight infection. It also contains salcylate, which is thought to lower the chance of heart risk. It also contains vitamin C, phenolic acids and folate.
How much blackberries should you eat?
Blackberries can be eaten in many forms, from juice to desert or just fresh.
Maximising the benefits of blackberries
Blackberries are best eaten fresh, but the cooked variety still contains high quantities of vitamin E.
Nutritional values of blackberries
Calories
25
Fibre
3,1 g
Folate
34 g
Vitamin E
2,4 mg
Per 100g serving

Blackcurrants  
Did you know that blackcurrants have a high vitamin C content � 4 times as much as oranges of equivalent weight?
 
Key benefits of blackcurrants
Blackcurrants have a high vitamin C content � four times as much as oranges of an equivalent weight. They are rich in antioxidants and flavonoids and help to relieve inflammation as well as urinary tract infections. It is also a good source of potassium.
How much blackcurrants should you eat?
Blackcurrants can be eaten freely, either raw, or cooked. Blackcurrant juice often contains very little fruit.
Maximising the benefits of blackcurrants
Blackcurrants in all forms work as antioxidants, as anti-inflammatory and theanthocyanin flavonoids counter the bacteria that cause food poisoning and urinary tract infections.
Nutritional values of blackcurrants
Calories
28
Carotenes
100 mcg
Fiber
3,6 g
Iron
1,3 mg
Potassium
370 mg
Vitamin C
200 mg
Vitamin E
1 mg
Per 100g uncooked serving
 

Blueberry
Blueberries have many health benefits, including the highest antioxidant ability of all fresh fruit. And they're great in puddings.
 
Key benefits of blueberries
Blueberries have many health benefits, including the highest antioxidant ability of all fresh fruit. They also have effective anti-inflammatory, anti-blood clotting and antibacterial effects. In the past they were often used to combat diarrhea and food poisoning. They are also thought to have anti-ageing properties.
How much blueberries should you eat
About thirty berries per day (65 g) is considered beneficial.
Maximizing the benefits of blueberries
Blueberries are not sour and can be eaten raw, so preserving their vitamin C content. Lightly cooked fruit retain their therapeutic properties.
Nutritional values of blueberries
Calories
30
B vitamins
Good range
Fiber
1,8 g
Vitamin C
17 mg
Per 100g uncooked serving
 
 

Cherry  
Suffer from gout? Cherries are believed to relieve this painful condition if eaten daily. But that's not all they're good for.
 
Key benefits of cherries
Cherries contain the powerful antioxidant anthocyadin. Cherries are believed to relieve gout if at least 225 g are eaten daily. They are also thought to have a mild laxative action.
Maximizing the benefits of cherries
Although fresh cherries have a very short season, cherries that have been bottled, canned or cooked seem to retain their beneficial qualities.
Nutritional values of cherries
Calories
39
Potassium
170 mg
Vitamin C
9 mg
Carbohydrates
12 g
Starch
0
Sugars
12 g
Protein
1 g
Fat
< 1 g
Glycaemic index low
Per 100g fresh
 
 

Cranberry
 
The cranberry can be considered a "super food", because of its strong anti-inflammatory mechanism in the body.
 
Key benefits of cranberries
Cranberries may reduce bladder infections. They also help to maintain a healthy heart and also may have anti-inflammatory benefits, as they have anti-fungal and antiviral properties. It is also thought that small amounts of cranberries may benefit kidney stone sufferers. The condensed tannins in cranberries have strong antioxidant properties.
How much cranberries should you eat?
To combat urinary tract infections, 300 ml of cranberry juice can be drunk daily.
Maximizing the benefits of cranberries
Condensed tannins which are found in cranberries are not destroyed in cooking. These tannins are powerful antioxidants.
Nutritional values of cranberries
Calories
15
Fiber
3
Iron
0,7 mg
Vitamin C
13 g
Per 100g raw
 

Figs
 
Nothing like a sweet, ripe fig in summer, right? Find out why these decadent fruits are also fantastic health boosters.
 
Key benefits of figs
Dried or semi-dried figs are a good snack with which to increase energy and raise blood sugar levels quickly. They are also known for their laxative properties. It is thought that they also have cancer-discouraging action.
How much figs should you eat?
As figs are very high in sugar content, not too many of them should be eaten.
Maximizing the benefits of figs
Figs can be eaten fresh, dried or semi-dried. Figs are a source of potassium, calcium, iron and magnesium.
Nutritional values of figs
Carbohydrate
53 g
Starch
0
Sugars
53 g
Protein
4 g
Fat
2 g
Glycaemic index high
Per 100g raw
 

Grapefruit
 
Did you know that grapefruit is best eaten when fresh and chilled as this maximises its vitamin C content? Learn more.
 
Key benefits of grapefruit
All citrus fruit are excellent sources of Vitamin C, which helps to maintain the body's defenses. The flavonoid narigenin is found in grapefruit. It is thought to reduce the risk of some cancers. Grapefruit can improve blood circulation and lower blood cholesterol levels.
How much grapefruit should you eat?
Citrus fruit can be eaten freely. Two or three citrus fruits can provide the body with 20 percent of its potassium requirements.
Maximising the benefits of grapefruit
Grapefruit is best eaten peeled and raw. This is more beneficial than grapefruit juice. It is important also to eat the skin around the segments. Grapefruit is best eaten when fresh and chilled as this maximizes its vitamin C content.
Nutritional values of grapefruit
Calories
20
Vitamin C
24 mg
Fiber
0,9 mg
Foliate
18 mcg
Carbohydrate
9 g
Starch
0
Sugars
9 g
Glycaemic Index high
Per 100g
 

Grapes  
Grapes are not only good for wine making. Both red and black grapes also contain powerful antioxidants.
 
Key benefits of grapes
Both red and black grapes contain powerful antioxidants and resveratrol, which helps to prevent both the narrowing and hardening of the arteries. Ellagic acid, which has anti-cancer properties, is also contained in grapes. They do, however, have very high sugar content.
How much grapes should you eat?
Grapes have many health benefits, but have a high sugar content and should therefore be eaten in moderation.
Maximizing the benefits of grapes
Grapes are a good source of potassium.
Nutritional values of grapes
Calories
60
Carbohydrate
15 g
Starch
0
Sugars
15 g
Protein
<1g
Fat
<1 g
Glycaemic Index medium
Per 100g
 

Kiwifruit
 
Kiwis are cute and quirky. However, they're also an excellent way to give your vitamin C and potassium intake a boost.
 
Key benefits of kiwifruit
Kiwifruit is one of the world's most nutritious fruit and it contains very high levels of vitamin C, potassium and chlorphyll. It contains a wealth of nutrients and antioxidants. It has anti-cancer effects.
How much kiwifruit should you eat?
An average kiwifruit weighs 75 g. It is a very healthy fruit and can be eaten in many different ways.
Maximizing the benefits of kiwifruit
Kiwifruit should be eaten as soon as they are ripe, and sliced just before being eaten, as leaving them standing could decrease their vitamin C levels.
Nutritional values of kiwifruit
Calories
42
Fiber
1,6 g
Potassium
250 mg
Vitamin C
51 mg
Glycaemic Index medium
Per 100g
 
 
 

Lemons
 
Don't be shy when you sprinkle your fish with lemon. You'll just be kick-starting your immune system in a healthy way.
 
Key benefits of lemons
Lemons have a very high vitamin C content. Lemons help to lower cholesterol levels and also have anti-cancer effects, because of lemons' limonoid phytochemicals.
How much lemons should you eat?
Lemons are low in calories, but because they are generally quite sour, they tend to be eaten in dressings, sauces or drinks, rather than on their own. A daily portion of citrus fruit is recommended.
Maximizing the benefits of lemons
Limonoids and limonene are found in the whole lemon � pith and peel included. It is therefore best to make use of the whole lemon.
Nutritional values of lemons
Calories
7
Fiber
0,1 g
Potassium
130 mg
Vitamin C
36 mg
Per 100g juice
 

Mango  
Sweet, funky and oh-so-irresistible. Find out why mangoes are a great, healthy fruit to be addicted to.
 
Key benefits of mango
Mango is thought to bring about a reduced risk of colon and cervical cancer. It is a rich source of beta-carotene, which the body can convert to vitamin A. It also contains beta-cryptoxanthin.
How much mango should you eat?
An average mango weighs about 150 g. They can be eaten just as is, or mixed into fruit salads.
Maximizing the benefits of mango
As beta- cryptoxanthin is best absorbed by the body when eaten with fat, it is a good idea to eat mangoes as part of a meal, rather than on their own.
Nutritional values of mango
Calories
57
Fibre
2,6 g
Vitamin C
37 mg
Vitamin E
1 mg
Glycaemic Index medium
Per 100g
 

Melons
 
Lower your risk for cancer and heart disease - simply make a point of snacking more often on a tasty slice of melon.
 
Key benefits of melons
Melons are good sources of beat-carotene and vitamin C. They may have an anti-clotting action on the blood. Melons are also thought to lower cancer and heart disease risk.
How much melon should you eat?
Melons are reasonably low in calories and can be eaten freely. They also have very high water content.
Maximizing the benefits of melons
Melons with a lighter yellow or green colour as well as watermelons contain less vitamin C and beta-carotene than orange melons do.
Nutritional values of melons
Calories
35
Per 100g
 

Orange
 
Right, so you know oranges are great for vitamin C. But did you know that citrus fruits can improve blood circulation?
 
Key benefits of oranges
All citrus fruit are excellent sources of Vitamin C, which helps to maintain the body's defense. Flavonoids are found in oranges. These are thought to reduce the risk of some cancers. Citrus fruits can improve blood circulation and lower blood cholesterol levels.
How much oranges should you eat?
These can be eaten freely. Two or three citrus fruits can provide the body with 20 percent of its daily potassium requirements.
Maximising the benefits of oranges
Citrus fruits are best eaten peeled and raw. This is more beneficial than drinking fruit juice. It is important also to eat the skin around the segments.
Nutritional values of oranges
Calories
20
Vitamin C
24 mg
Fibre
0,9 mg
Folate
18 mcg
Carbohydrate
9 g
Starch
0
Sugars
9 g
Glycaemic Index high
Per 100g

Papaya
 
Go for the tropical and the exotic. Buy a papaya next time you're at your grocer - and increase your beta-carotene intake.
 
Key benefits of papaya
Papaya is thought to bring about a reduced risk of colon and cervical cancer. It is a rich source of beta-carotene, which the body can convert to vitamin A. It also contains beta-cryptoxanthin.
How much papaya should you eat?
Papaya can be eaten just as is, or mixed into fruit salads.
Maximising the benefits of papaya
As beta- cryptoxanthin is best absorbed by the body when eaten with fat, it is a good idea to eat papaya as part of a meal, rather than on their own.
Nutritional values of papaya
Calories
57
Vitamin C
37 mg
Fibre
2,6 mg
Vitamin E
1 mg
Per 100g

Peaches
 
Struggling with constipation? Try including more fresh peaches in your diet - they have a gentle laxative effect.
 
Key benefits of peaches
Peaches are low in calories and one 100 g peach provides almost three quarters of the daily vitamin C requirement. The fruit has a gentle laxative effect. Peaches are also rich in iron and potassium.
How many peaches should you eat?
Fresh peaches are low in calories and can be eaten freely. If canned in syrup, however, their calorie counts increase significantly.
Maximizing the benefits of peaches
Weight for weight, dried peaches contain six time the calories of fresh peaches. It must also be remembered that when peaches are canned, they lose 80 percent of their vitamin C content.
Nutritional values of peaches
Calories
43
Per 100g
 
 

Pear
 
Fresh, juiced, or dry - pears make a healthy, sweet treat. Up your antioxidant intake with this popular fruit.
 
Key benefits of pears
Pears are very unlikely to trigger allergic reactions, so can be used in exclusion diets. They contain hydroxycinnamic acids, which act as antioxidants.
How much pears should you eat?
Pears make good energy-boosting snacks and a medium pear weighs about 160 g. They are reasonably low in calories and can be eaten quite freely.
Maximizing the benefits of pears
Eat pear with the skin, not just for the fiber, but also because chlorogenic acid tends to accumulate in pear skin.
Nutritional values of pears
Calories
59
Fiber
2,2 g
Potassium
150 mg
Vitamin C
6 mg
Per 100g
 
 

Pineapple
 
Pineapples are great for cocktails. But there's more to it. These fruit can also aid digestion and possibly thwart infections.
 
Key benefits of pineapples
Pineapples are a source of vitamin C and potassium. Pineapples may also have anti-inflammatory effects. It contains the enzyme bromelain, which is thought to aid digestion. Pineapple reduces blood-clotting and could also help to remove plaque from arterial walls.
How much pineapple should you eat?
Pineapple is healthy and should be eaten often. A thick slice weighs around 80 g.
Maximizing the benefits of pineapples
Cooked pineapple loses its bromelain, so it is best eaten fresh. Tinned pineapple also has a very high sugar content.
Nutritional values of pineapples
Calories
41
Potassium
160 mg
Vitamin C
12 mg
Fibre
1,2 g
Per 100 g
 
                                       Plums and prunes  
Plums and prunes aren't just for the old and constipated. Their strong antioxidant properties give them celebrity status.
 
Key benefits of plums
Plums and prunes have a high antioxidant ability and offer a high level of defence against free radicals. They are also a source of both iron and potassium and also contain vitamin E. Prunes are also known for their laxative effect and are a good source of fibre.
How much plums should you eat?
Three small plums or prunes equals one portion of fruit.
Maximising the benefits of plums
Both fresh and dried plums offer antioxidant benefits.
Nutritional values of plums
Calories
36
Potassium
240 mg
Fibre
1,6g
Per 100 g
 

Strawberry
 
Being the only fruit that wears its seeds on the outside, the strawberry has a right to be a little cheeky. Find out more.
 
Key benefits of strawberries
Strawberries raise the antioxidant levels in the body and are also a rich source of vitamin C. The ellagic acid they contain appear to inhibit the growth of tumours. They are also a good source of salicylic acid.
How many strawberries should you eat?
Strawberries can be eaten freely as they are very low in calories.                     
Maximizing the benefits of strawberries
Strawberries should be eaten when fresh, as their antioxidant values as well as their vitamin C content drops the longer they are kept.
 
Nutritional values of strawberries
Calories
27
Vitamin C
77 mg
Folate
20 mcg
Fibre
1,1g
Per 100 g
 
 
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