Body Basics - Know your Fruit

Different fruits are rich in vitamins, minerals and fibre. Take your pick

APPLE l Key nutrients:Vitamin C, iron, potassium, sodium, phosphorus, calcium, sulphur. BENEFITS l Apples detoxify, help intestinal infections and acidity.

BANANA l Key nutrients: Potassium, folate, sodium, chlorine, iron, glucose, amino acids. BENEFITS l Bananas detoxify; treat constipation, ulcers, enhance immune system.

ORANGE l Key nutrients:Vitamin C, folate, potassium, sodium, citric acid, iron, manganese, calcium. BENEFITS l Orange improves weak digestion, immunity.

PAPAYA l Key nutrients: Vitamins A, E, silicon, potassium, calcium, copper, folate, fructose. BENEFITS l Papaya improves digestion, rids intestinal worms, eases inflammation and constipation.

WATERMELON l Key nutrients: Phosphorus, potassium, sodium, calcium, iron, sucrose, vitamins B and E. BENEFITS l Watermelon is a diuretic, helps weight loss, treats kidney and urinary tract problems.

PINEAPPLE l Key nutrients: Vitamin B, C and E, phosphorus, potassium, iron, folate, sucrose. BENEFITS l Pineapple is a diuretic, detoxifies, purifies blood, prevents blood clots and increases circulation.

POMEGRANATE l Key nutrients: Calcium, phosphorus, iron, sodium, vitamin C BENEFITS l Pomegranate aids digestion, destroys intenstinal worms.

GRAPE l Key nutrients: Iron, potassium, phosphorus, glucose, salicylates, vitamin B and E. BENEFITS l Grapes are a good source of energy.They purify the blood (useful for anemia, liver malfunctions such as hepatitis and jaundice).

GRAPEFRUIT l Key nutrients: Potassium, folate, iron, amino acids, zinc, vitamin B and C.
BENEFITS l Grapefruit protects arteries, aids digestion, and boosts the immune system