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Scientists have once again proven the benefits of fruits and vegetables
Last reviewed: 02.07.2025
The latest study by American scientists has shown how great the benefits of fruits and vegetables are for the younger generation. Eating healthy foods has a beneficial effect on the body as a whole and improves mood. A healthy lifestyle and properly selected nutrition are the key to overall well-being.
The advantages of different plant products depend on color and taste. In the modern world, everything is changeable, the taste of some fruits has changed. The sweetness that is in the products attracts the tastes of young people who are not particularly interested in the benefits of products and their composition. But the taste always has a beneficial effect on the body, so it is important to take into account the composition and useful properties. So, on the example of grapefruit, which used to be not so sweet and its color is less pronounced, and now it has become sweeter and brighter, which of course attracts attention. All this suggests that there are fewer useful substances in it. Previously, the bitterness found in it was a cure for many diseases, and now it is present in this product, but to a lesser extent, which has a smaller effect. Its benefits have decreased by 50% compared to previous years. Despite the decrease in the color palette, we must pay tribute to white fruits and vegetables. These representatives also have their advantages: lowering cholesterol and high blood pressure. Their benefits for strengthening the immune system are great thanks to the substance allicin. Being a regulator of the immune system, they also reduce the risk of developing breast cancer, colon cancer and prostate cancer.
Eating fruits and vegetables can also have different effects on the body depending on the blood type. For example: people with the first blood type are suitable for potatoes, cabbage, and those with the third blood type are more suitable for cucumbers, legumes. These products are suitable for all people, but in different quantities. Abuse of products can lead to deterioration of health.
During the research it was found that those people who eat apples and pears have a 53% lower risk of strokes due to the healthy dietary fiber they contain. Green plant products play a big role in the health of the body. The younger generation needs to pay attention to green vegetation.
And such representatives as onions, mushrooms, radishes and cauliflower, and potatoes containing magnesium and fiber increase the feeling of satiety of the body, improving the state of the digestive system of the body. The presence of potassium in products is quite significant. It is necessary for the smooth functioning of the cardiovascular system. Magnesium will help with a bad mood and depression.
Green vegetables are rich in keratin, macro micro elements, and natural antioxidants that help reduce the risk of developing eye degeneration. Green leafy vegetables contain the necessary acid, which is very important for a pregnant woman, it prevents the risk of developing fetal diseases.
Citrus fruits also contain a sufficient amount of phytochemicals.
They are of great importance for the developing organism, not only preventing diseases, but also helping to fight them.
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