Replace medication with fruits

Replace medication with fruits

lemon

Lemon:

Lemon contains limonene and vitamin C which help to prevent cancer. Citrus fruits are useful for your skin, bones and heart. 

Citruses are great eyesight defenders and mood enhancers.

fig

Fig:

Fig contains the vitamin B6, which is responsible for serotonyne-hormone of pleasure; it decreases the amount of cholesterol.

Dried figs contains 250mg of calcium per 100g.eat dried figs as a healthy energy snack, stuff them with nuts and a little honey.

raisins

Raisins:

Raisins are the main resource of iron which helps to transmit the oxygen to tissues. Raisins are good for bone density and associated with lower risk of osteoporosis in women.

Raisins are good source of fiber and can help cure constipation.

cranberries

Cranberries:

A cranberry helps to combat the infections in the urinary bladder. Proanthocyanidin compounds in cranberry exhibit some anti-carcinogenic activity, quinic acid in cranberry helps to prevent the development of kidney stones.

Regular cranberry juice consumption for months can kill the H.pylori bacteria, which can cause stomach cancer and ulcers. Drinking cranberry juice daily reduces levels of LDL, and bad cholesterol.

cantaloup

Cantaloupe:

Cantaloupe contains vitamin C and beta-carotene which stops the radicals from damaging the inner structures of the organism. Cantaloupe has antioxidants that help us fight with heart diseases, high blood pressure,dibetes,cancer,aging and is good source of potassium, vitamin b6,niacin(vitamin b3),and dietary fiber.

Cantaloupe is beneficial for arthritis, obesity, fever, rheumatism, skin diseases, high blood pressure, abdominal and stomach gas etc.

mangoes

Mango:

Antioxidant vitamin C in mangoes helps to prevent the arthritis, used in wounds recovery and enforces the immune system.it is also valuable to combat acidity and poor digestion.

Green varieties of mangoes if brought unripe, put then in a pepper bag in a warm place and they will ripen in a day or two.

apricot

Apricot:

Apricots contain beta-carotene which stops radicals from damaging the inner structures of the organism and it is also very useful for our eyes. Beta-carotene forms the vitamin A which prevent from developing a series of cancer diseases, especially the skin cancer.

Apricots are useful in reducing infections or skin problems. Apricots are a good source of iron and potassium. Fresh juice of apricot leaves is useful in skin diseases. Apricot aid the digestion, if consumed before a meal. Apricot is highly valued as a gentle laxative and is beneficial in the treatment of constipation. Fresh juice of apricots, when mixed with glucose or honey, it forms a very cooling and soothing drink during fevers. Its many benefits include quenching the products from the body. It tones up the eyes, stomach, liver, heart and nerves supplying minerals and vitamins.

avocados

Avocados:

Oleic acid and unsaturated fats in this fruit decrease the level of cholesterol and increase the quantity of high density lipoproteins. One piece of avocado contains 81 calories, 8 gram of fats and 3 grams of carbohydrates.

In order to fasten the ripening process put avocados in a closed plastic bag with an apple or a banana. Replace the mayonnaise in sandwiches with pieces of avocado.

raspberries

Raspberries:

Raspberries contain the ellagic acid which helps decrease growth of cancer cells. Rich in vitamin c, folate, iron and potassium, raspberries, also provide high amounts of insoluble fiber as well as respectable amounts of the soluble fiber pectin, which helps control cholesterol levels. One glass of raspberries juice contains 60 calories, 1 gram of fat and 8 grams of carbohydrates.

Raspberries face mask helps to protect against the sun rays. Vitamin C antioxidant powers help fade age spots and discoloration.it also round out the skin to fill in minor wrinkles.

Papaya Health Benefits

There are many papaya benefits for your health and this beautiful orange/yellow tropical fruit is proof that nutritious food can also have an amazing taste.

Papaya has high nutritional benefit. . It is rich in Anti-oxidants, the B vitamins, folate and pantothenic acid; and the minerals, potassium and magnesium; and fiber. Papaya is a rich source of vitamin C, Folate, Potassium, dietary fibre, vitamin A, vitamin E and vitamin K.

Papayas contain soft, easily digestible flesh with a good amount of soluble dietary fiber that helps to have normal bowel movements; thereby reducing constipation.

Papaya may therefore be a healthy fruit choice for preventing such illnesses as recurrent ear infections, colds and flu. The juice of the papaya aids in relieving infections of the colon and has a tendency to break down pus and mucus reached by the juice.papayas may be very helpful for the prevention of atherosclerosis and diabetic heart disease.

The seeds are antihelmintic, for expelling worms and they are given with honey. Chew and swallow two teaspoonfuls of seeds after each principal meal (three times a day). Extracts of ripe and unripe papaya fruits and of the seeds have been found to be active against gram-positive bacteria, and in strong doses against gram-negative bacteria.

The leaves are poulticed onto nervous pains and elephantoid growths. They are also dried and infused to make a tea which is used as a vermifuge, an amoebicide, a purgative, to prevent and treat malaria, and as a treatment for stomach troubles and genito-urinary ailments.

Regular use of the fresh fruit on the face often leads to an improvement in the tone, texture and appearance of our skin and even a reduction in fine lines and wrinkles. Papaya is a great skin-firming and anti-aging mask. Mash the uneaten Papaya with or without milk and apply on your face. It helps in removing blemishes, dark spots, evens out your skin tone and brings a glow to your face.

Use mashed papaya for cracked and sore heels.

Papaya juice recipe

Ingredients

1  cup fresh ripe papaya chopped and chilled

2 tbsp. honey

few mint leaves(optional)

1tsp lemon juice

pinch pepper powder(optional)

1 cup cold water or cold milk

few icecubes crushed

Pinch of salt

Preparation

Blend all the ingredients in a juicer until smooth.(Pepper powder and diced mint leaves can be added while serving)

Pour into tall glasses and serve chilled.

Health Benefits of Avocado

One cup of avocado provides 23% value of  recommended daily  allowance and  are good for pregnant women since the high folate content in them helps in the development of brain and other tissues of the baby.  The B6 vitamin in avocado may help in reducing nausea that is associated with pregnancy. Low folate levels, early in pregnancy are linked to neural tube disorders and spina bifida. 

Vitamin E in Avocado protects our skin from free radicals.
An avocado a day can help keep the neurologist away.

Avocados are high in beta-sit sterol, that lowers cholesterol levels. Mono-saturated fats in avocados helps in reducing LDL cholesterol level and are good for the heart.
Avocado are high in oleic acid, which prevent breast cancer.

avocados helps in maintaining blood sugar levels.

Avocados are an excellent source of glutathione, an important antioxidant that helps in preventing aging, cancer, and heart disease.

Avocados have more of the carotenoid lutein that protects against macular degeneration and cataracts, two disabling age-related eye diseases.
Avocados inhibit the growth of prostate cancer.

Mashing an avocado and rubbing it on your hair for five minutes after washing, will add luster to your hair; rinse hair with water afterwards.
An avocado mask made of mashed avocados, honey, and lime juice can be applied to the face as a moisturizing treatment to counteract the drying effects of the hot sun.

Orange juice benefits

Orange juice/Oranges
Quit bottled juice and squeeze one fresh orange juice glass which is most refreshing,tasty and healthy.

Sweet varieties suitable for juices are Valencia, navel, Jaffa and blood orange (hybrid species, more aromatic in flavor), clementine (loos skin and seedless).Choose loose skin varieties and extract juice when at room temperature, roll them first on a flat surface under the palm to get maximum juice. Orange juice squeezed fresh in small amount and served in glass is safer than squeezed in large quantity and stored in stainless steel jugs when heated up cause’s bacteria to grow. Orange juice can be stored up to 2 weeks at room temperature. Do not store wrapped to prevent moisture and mold. Orange juice should be consumed in small amount (high consumption can leach calcium from body and causes decay of bones and teeth) as it has high calorie content and can cause to gain additional weight.  One orange (131gms) contains nutrient % daily value, Vitamin C 116%, fiber 12.5%, folate 9.8% and considerable amount of vitamin A, B, K and calcium.

Orange juice prevents inflammatory ailments such as atherosclerosis and insulin resistance and enhances body’s essential vitamin C content up to 60% which retards hardening of arteries, stimulates white cells to fight infections and builds immune system and prevents early ageing signs of skin and tissue damage.it lowers chances of cold, flu and recurrent ear infections. Orange juice contains hesperidin which has strong anti-inflammatory effects and improves the function of blood vessels and lowers high blood pressure and cholesterol level. After being oxidized cholesterol sticks to the artery walls, builds plaque and blocks blood flow to cause heart attack. Vitamin C neutralizes free radicals and prevents oxidation of cholesterol.

Vitamin C in oranges is primarily water soluble antioxidant and prevents damage in aqueous environment both inside and outside cells. Inside cells a potential result of free radical damage to DNA is cancer.  In areas of high cellular turnover like digestive system, vitamin C prevents DNA mutations and is associated with reduced risk of colon cancer .vitamin C provides protection from asthma, osteo arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Oranges contain limonoids which help to fight cancers of mouth, skin, lungs, breast, stomach and colon. Long acting limonin is attached to glucose which is digested and utilized releasing limonin which is absorbed in amount as of vitamin C. Human liver cells produce less apo B structural protein which is necessary for LDL production when exposed to limonin.3% mixture of hesperidin and naringin which are polymethoxylated phenols from citrus fruits, work like statin drugs and inhibits the synthesis of cholesterol and triglycerides inside the liver.

Fiber from oranges keeps blood sugar levels under control and good for diabetics, also grabs cancer causing chemicals and keep them away from cells of the colon, reduces constipation(because of alkaline effects of oranges) or diarrhea in those who have irritable bowel syndrome.

Women’s  who drank  ½ to 1 liter  orange juice daily, their urinary pH value and citric acid excretion increases and significantly drops the risk of calcium oxalate stone formation. People who have highest level of vitamin C or take one orange/glass of orange juice have 25% less chances of peptic ulcer caused by Helicobacter pylori bacterium.

  

Watermelon

Water melon:

           Water melons are low in calories but rich in vitamin A, B and C, juicy and nutritious. Water melon contains lycopene which helps boost the immune system. They have best antioxidants and good for cardiovascular diseases, colon cancer and diabetes. They contain no fat or cholesterol, they fill you up fast because it contains 92% water content, after eating 3-4 slices you feel filled and won’t be carving for more carbohydrates. Water melon can be used with barbeque and prevent you from overeating.

         Choose water melon which is symmetrical and firm, free from cuts and bruises, yellow area on watermelon surface indicates that water melon was on the ground while ripening under the sun and is sweet and juicy,slap it and if it sounds hollow then it is ripened.

 Water melon (citrullus lanatus), belongs to cucurbitaceae family. Butter nut, pumpkin, sweet melon, cucumber are some of the members of the same family.

Watermelon lemonade recipe

Ingredients

1(12-pound) watermelon (preferably seedless).

4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

1/4 cup sugar

16 cups ice cubes  

Garnish:

Fresh mint leaves and lemon slices

Preparation

Cut watermelon flesh into 3-inch pieces; remove seeds if there is any.

Make puree of water melon flesh in a blender with lemon juice, sugar, ice cubes and salt as per taste. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl and discard solids. Serve over ice.

If juice extracted many hours before, drink will separate in layers, re-blend before serving.