FOOD THAT HEAL

We know about the foods that are fruits, vegetables, grains and greens are likely to fill our plates. And we try to eat them but often it is the same old apple, steamed broccoli, and salad, meal after meal. That makes eating right a balance; it also means you are denying yourself some remarkable risks. There are some foods which acts both food as well as medicines.                                                                                                                                                                                 Grapefruits:                                                                                                                                           The pink and red varieties contain both beta carotene and lycopene, potent antioxidants. They are high in vitamin C and Potassium low in calories contain bioflavonoids and other plant chemicals that protect against cancer and heart disease. Grapefruits are especially high in pectin, a soluble fibre that helps reduce blood cholesterol. In addition, recent studies indicate that grapefruits contain other substances that prevent diseases. Lycopene that are potent antioxidant found in pink and red grapes, appears to lower prostate cancer risk. other protective plant chemicals found in grapefruits include phenolic acid, which inhibits the formation of cancer-causing nitrosamines; limonoids, terpenes and monoterpenes, which induce the production of enzymes that help prevent cancer; and bioflavonoids, which inhibit the action of hormones that promote tumour growth.                                                                                                         Kiwifruits:                                                                                                                                                                          An excellent source of vitamin C a good source of potassium and fibre and can be used as a meat tenderizer. The fruits are highly endowed with phytochemical, plenty of potassium pectin, a soluble fibre that helps control blood cholesterol levels they also contain zeaxanthin, antioxidants associated with eye health                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Sweet potatoes:                                                                                                                                                               It contain and madeup of beta carotene and vitamins B6, folate. Naturally sweat and high in fibre.