Fruits and vegetables

11.2.3 Fruits Quick Question

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Quick Question

Which fruits would help to protect against the following conditions? Information in box below.

	Citrus	Apples	Dried fruits
Bleeding gums
Stroke
Cataracts
Iron deficiency anaemia

 

Health benefits of different fruits Citrus fruits (oranges, limes, lemons) and berries These fruits are an excellent source of vitamin C. Vitamin C is required for healthy strong gums, teeth, bones and blood vessel walls. acts as an antioxidant and can increase the intestinal absorption of iron from food appears to reduce the risk of cataracts may protect against heart disease, stroke and cancer. Apples Consumption of apples has been associated with a lower risk of stroke. One compound in apples that may offer this protective effect is a phytochemical known as quercetin. A recent study in the Netherlands found certain phyto-chemicals founds in apples and other similar fruits may reduce chronic coughs, phlegm and shortness of breath in people with certain respiratory problems. American Journal of Respiratory Critical Care Medicine 2001; 164:61-64 Dried fruits Dried fruits appear to be a very good source of antioxidants

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