{"id":599,"date":"2014-08-25T17:14:18","date_gmt":"2014-08-25T22:14:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.uww.edu\/warhawkfitness\/?p=599"},"modified":"2014-08-25T17:14:18","modified_gmt":"2014-08-25T22:14:18","slug":"fruit-whats-the-point","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.uww.edu\/warhawkfitness\/2014\/08\/25\/fruit-whats-the-point\/","title":{"rendered":"Fruit: What\u2019s the point?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"pic\"<\/a>Fruit is in season! There is nothing that tastes better than sweet, juicy, cold fruit when it is super hot outside. The question is though, is fruit healthy for you? So I decided to research into a few of my favorite fruits to see what I am gaining in nutrients when consumed. Here are my top 4 favorite fruits:<\/p>\n

Apples<\/span><\/strong>: We all know that phrase \u201cAn apple a day keeps the doctor away.\u201d The antioxidants in apples promote health and prevent disease in the human body. They are low in calories and contain zero<\/span> grams of saturated fat and cholesterol. Apples<\/a> also carry a small amount of minerals like potassium, phosphorus, and calcium. Apples are a good fruit, so stick to that phrase and try and eat one everyday!<\/p>\n

Bananas<\/span><\/strong>: They are a good source of potassium, an essential mineral for maintaining normal blood pressure and heart function. Bananas<\/a> are an intriguing fruit in terms of their carbohydrate and sugar content. Even though bananas are a fruit that tastes quite sweet when ripe, they only contain about 14-15 grams of sugar per banana. They are also a great quick carb after working out to help your muscles from cramping. Moral of the story, bananas are a good fruit!<\/p>\n

Watermelon<\/span><\/strong>: It is the perfect fruit for a hot summer day. Although it does lack a lot of nutritional value, but the amount of water it contains helps keep your body hydrated. Watermelon<\/a> is the top fruit source of the carotenoid antioxidant lycopene, which is important for your cardiovascular health. The hardest part when it comes to watermelon is finding a ripe one that is ready to eat. Some tips<\/a>: choose a dull color, make sure the surface is firm\/hard, and make sure it has a uniform shape. Typically when I make sure those three tips are followed, I always find the best one!<\/p>\n

Raspberries:<\/strong> <\/span><\/b>They are a rich source of nutrients, minerals and vitamins. When included in your daily diet, they can help lower your risk of cancer, obesity, and cardiovascular diseases. Raspberries<\/a> have also been known to enhance fertility. The sweet taste and the soft texture make them the most craved fruit, especially for me. They are also low in fat and calories but very high in fiber. This makes them a great treat for someone that is trying to lose weight. One of the greatest facts about raspberries is that the antioxidants in the berries help aid in treating depression. So a raspberry is a fruit that makes you happy? Eat away!<\/p>\n

Although there are many health benefits of consuming different fruits, there is also one big thing to consider. Many fruits are high in sugar. Yes, that sugar is natural, but either way it packs additional calories into your diet. What I like to do is save my fruit for after a meal. I treat it sort of like a dessert, because not only is it sweet and delicious, but it should also be consumed in moderation!<\/p>\n

Are my favorite fruits not the same as yours? The article 31 Favorite Fruits and the Nutrients they Contain<\/a> gives you the nutritional value of every fruit you have probably consumed. Take a look and see what you are gaining from eating your favorite fruits!<\/p>\n

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\u201cAlways remember that it doesn\u2019t matter how slow you go, as long as you keep on going\u201d<\/p>\n

~Kenzi Weidman<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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