Do You Know what Happens if You Consume ONLY 5 PLUMS A DAY?
- Healthy Life
- Jul 11, 2015
- 1 min read
Sweet, juicy taste of plums is one of many reasons why you should include them in your daily diet. There are as many as 140 types of plums, all of which are rich in carbohydrates, have low fat levels and calories, they are rich in vitamins A, C and E, calcium, magnesium, fibers and potassium. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Scientists say, only 5 plums a day result in:
Protect your heart
One fresh plum contains about 113 mg of potassium, a mineral that helps control high blood pressure and reduces the risk of stroke. If that’s not enough, reddish-blue pigment in certain types of plums, called anthocyanins may protect against cancer, by eliminating harmful free radicals from the body.
Improve digestion
Dried plums are perfect in helping the intestines to function properly. The supply of dried plums (you can keep in the fridge) can be prepared very simply: Soak the prunes in freshly boiled water, cool and freeze. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});
Reduce blood sugar
According to the Dietitians from Canada, plums are ranked low by their glycemic index, which means they can help to control blood sugar and reduce the risk of diabetes type2.
Bones
The results showed that the group which consumed prunes have significantly increased the bone density in the spine and forearm.
Improve memory
Only 5 plums a day can help to neutralize cell damaging free radicals which have negative effect on the memory.
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Eyesight
Plums are especially useful for your eyes health. Phytonutrients found in plums may help to reduce the risk of disease that occurs mainly in the elderly people, called macular degeneration.
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