Autumn advances and places us at the gates of winter, which will start towards the end of the month. The landscape in the garden is transformed little by little, still without giving up most of the fruits and vegetables typical of the autumn season. π
By this time the queens are already oranges, which are beginning to get sweeter and help our defenses with their richness in vitamin C and other antioxidant compounds. π
The fruits of this month of December are: π
β Pineapple:
The juicy and aromatic pulp of this tropical fruit is very suitable to accompany copious winter meals. Pineapple is considered purifying and very light, as well as an excellent source of vitamin C: a serving of 200 grams provides two-thirds of what is required per day.
β Orange:
It is one of the foods richest in vitamin C. It is enough to eat one a day, to exceed our daily needs. Consumed whole, it is a great source of fiber.
β Tomato:
Tomato is a fruit that has many properties and health benefits such as: Powerful natural antioxidant, improves the health of your bones, beneficial for the eyes and improves heart health.
In addition, it is a fruit that helps you lose weight since tomato is an ingredient very low in calories and very high in water, an ideal combination to help us lose weight.
β Raspberry:
Raspberries are rich in calcium, potassium, vitamin B9 (folic acid) and vitamin C. Its phytonutrients decrease oxidative stress and inflammation of cells.
β Pomegranate:
The pomegranate brings us great health benefits. It is considered an ally in diets, thanks to its fiber content. In addition, it is an antioxidant, in such a way that it contributes to maintaining beautiful skin and slowing down the aging process.
It also promotes digestion and fights constipation.
β Kiwi:
Although it is known to be an effective remedy against constipation, in this fruit rich in vitamin C, we find up to omega 3, one of the most beneficial oils for the body.
β Handle:
Mango is a fruit that has many beneficial properties for our body, such as: it controls cholesterol (due to its fiber content), improves eye health, regulates the digestion process and is an aphrodisiac.
Remember to consume seasonal fruit, do not forget its benefit:
π It is healthier
π It is cheaper
π Prevents diseases