Friday, October 3, 2014

DELICIOUS FALL FRUITS FOR HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Fall is a time of changing colors, lighted fire places, fallen leaves, cool nights, northern breezes and hot toddies.  It is the time to enjoy the delicious apples, pears, figs and cranberries that the fall has brought in abundance. These fruits are a excellent start to shifting the body from the warm summer environment to adjusting to the cooler months ahead. 

For a pre-breakfast drink or an afternoon pick me up make yourself a delicious apple and pear juice with the spice of fresh ginger.  How about filling up with a fresh fig protein shake for breakfast? Now that these fruits are in season get the highest nutrients that may lower your cholesterol levels, build up your immune system, increase your vitamin C levels insuring you will be cold free this winter. And did you know that the pectin in apples may increase your heart strength, preventing the development of cardiovascular challenges?  


Cranberries are an excellent kidney cleanser and nourishing food. The very tart berries are high in anti-oxidant, anti-cancer benefits and anti-inflammatory properties of the cranberry.   

APPLES high in vitamin C which is a building block for the immune system.


PEARS along with vitamin C, copper and boron which helps your body to retain calcium pears are high I fiber which will support lowering your blood sugar levels and cholesterol.


CRANBERRIES are excellent cancer fighters, high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties these whole fresh fruits will support many areas of the body including the liver and heart. 


FIGS these fruits are high in fiber, eating high fiber fruits and vegetables may help to regulate the blood sugar, as well as figs will increase your bowel movements. 

For the best healthy lifestyle eat fresh fruits and vegetables that are in season. Purchasing from the local farmers markets will allow for fresher produce in your kitchen.Insuring to receive a more nutritious fruit or vegetable for you and your family.    


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