Apple, August to November. Data shows that each apple (about 28 grams) contains 4 grams of dietary fiber. In addition, apple is also rich in a variety of antioxidants, such as quercetin, catechol, epicatechin, etc., which help reduce the risk of cancer, cardiovascular disease, asthma, diabetes and other diseases. Apple rinses and even eats its skin best, because active substances such as flavonol, which are good for heart health, are the highest in the skin.
Pear, August to February of the second year. Each pear (about 28 grams) contains about 4 grams of dietary fiber. It is also rich in vitamin C and trace element copper. Autumn pears are sweet and juicy when eaten raw, and can be baked or boiled when cooked, with soft texture.
Pomegranate, August to December. A study from UCLA found that pomegranate juice contains more antioxidants than red wine, which can help the body eliminate free radicals and resist aging. Pomegranate is also rich in vitamin C and folate. Pomegranate seeds are rich in polyphenols and flavonoids that can delay aging. When eating pomegranate, you'd better chew one.
Date, September to December. Fresh jujube has low fat, high content of dietary fiber, potassium and vitamin C. In addition, fresh jujube also contains rich functional active ingredients, such as flavonoids, rutin and polysaccharides, which can improve blood lipid, reduce cholesterol and blood pressure. Jujube tastes sweet. It can be eaten raw, in soup, dairy products and other sweets, or made into jujube paste.
Kiwifruit, September to march of the second year. In addition to rich in vitamin C, kiwifruit is also rich in trace elements of potassium and copper. The latest research found that kiwifruit alkaloid, which is unique to kiwifruit, can accelerate protein digestion and protect the stomach and intestines. Kiwifruit tastes sweet and sour, with lots of juice. It can be made into a fruit platter with strawberry, Hami melon and orange.
Grapefruit, September to April of the next year. Take a grapefruit (247 grams) can meet the recommended amount of vitamin C 75%. Grapefruit is also rich in lycopene, an antioxidant, and pectin, a natural cholesterol lowering substance. Grapefruit has a special sour taste that other citrus fruits don't have. It can be eaten together with a variety of green leafy vegetables, or drunk by juicing.
Orange, November to April of the next year Orange is rich in vitamin C and carotene, and can be eaten with almonds, dates and honey.