Benefits of spring fruits

We are in the middle of spring and one of the wonderful things it brings us are succulent fruits that we must take advantage of and include in our daily diet. It is the best way to receive vitamins and natural nutrients that will give us 100% benefits at all levels.

Most spring fruits contain a large amount of antioxidants that help reduce oxidative stress and the risk of degenerative diseases, as well as fiber that helps regulate the intestines and has a diuretic effect. 

SPRING FRUITS:

• Strawberries and wild strawberries: They contain anthocyanin , a powerful antioxidant that gives them their characteristic red color and helps reduce oxidative stress, acting as protection against cellular aging and favoring the immune system.

It also contains a high fiber content, which helps regulate the intestine.

* Not recommended if you are allergic to salicylic acid (aspirin) as it contains this substance and could cause an allergic reaction.

• Loquats: They contain 85% water, which makes them thirst-quenching and diuretic, helping to eliminate fluid retention in our body and regulate our intestinal flora thanks to their high fiber content. They also contain high levels of vitamins A and C, which help care for our skin and hair from within. * Recommended for diabetics due to their blood glucose-lowering properties.

• Apricots: They contain high levels of vitamin A, E and fiber, which helps protect our eyesight and digestive system. They also contain vitamin C, which helps protect the heart and liver with its antioxidant action. * Anticancer food, has a laxative effect .*

• Plums: They contain an important source of fiber that helps regulate the digestive system. It is considered a natural antianemic due to the amount of essential minerals it provides such as iron, potassium, copper, fluorine, etc. It is also an important source of energy and calories due to the amount of carbohydrates it provides to the body. * It is not recommended to include plums in a diet for weight loss or for diabetics *.

• Cherry: Like strawberries, cherries contain anthocyanin , a powerful antioxidant that can help prevent cardiovascular disease. Thanks to the polyphenols it contains, cherries are able to regulate glucose and insulin levels in the body, which controls blood sugar spikes, helping to prevent type 2 diabetes. * Helps with melanin production and promotes sleep. *

• Peach: It contains a lot of water, so like loquats, it is a satiating fruit recommended for people who normally drink little water. Due to its low calorie level, it can be included in diets for weight loss or for overweight people.* It helps heal wounds.*

It is vital to consume fresh, seasonal and local foods for the good of the body and to contribute to sustainability, in the same way that at GGcare we make all our cosmetics sustainably and use natural ingredients that contribute to the well-being of all people.