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GRAPES

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GRAPES SUPERFOOD OR NOT? Nature has blessed us with variety of super foods. Grapes offer lots of health benefits which makes it a superfood •They are high in vitamin C and vitamin K which is good for the skin  •Grapes contain antioxidants which helps in scavenging free radicals •Grapes contain resveratrol which improves retinal function  •These superfood helps in prevention of cancer and cardiovascular diseases •They contain melatonin which helps to improve the quality of sleep and might help as a mood booster.                           Photo credit:  Unsplash     HOW CAN I INCORPORATE GRAPES TO MY DIET By adding it to your  Smoothies Cereals Muffins Fruit salad Icecreams Or by eating the whole fruit.  
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African star apple

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AFRICAN STAR APPLE  African star apple (Agbalumo) as it is called in southwestern Nigeria is scientifically known as chrysophyllum albidum The berrylike fruit originates from the tropical forests of West Africa and some  parts of east Africa. it is commonly found in Nigeria, Niger, Ghana, Cameroon and Uganda  Health benefits  It is a natural source of Vitamin C which is essential for normal growth and functioning of the body   It reduces the risk of heart disease    It contains natural antioxidants like α-Tocopherol, β-carotene, which reduce the signs of aging.   It lowers the risk of cancer and other degenerative diseases    It lowers total body fat, the high fiber content is good for weight loss Who can consume it?    It can be consumed by any healthy person  It can be consumed by hypertensive and diabetic patients   The ascorbic acid is high in this fruit hence, people suffering from ulcer should take it in ...
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