subject: Getting To Know The Superfruits [print this page] Fruits like mangosteen, noni, and goji berries are strongly associated with wonder drinks. They are used in beverages which are claimed to rejuvenate, replenish, revitalize and even cure. Aside from the familiar names, most of us do not exactly what it is about these fruits that makes them special. Do they really have exceptional health promoting properties or is it all just hype?
The concept of superfoods is a recent one. Superfoods are foods that are highly nutritious and have exceptional health promoting properties. The fruits mentioned above are considered superfruits which fall under the bigger classification of superfoods. These are fruits which contain phytonutrients in large amounts. Phytonutrients in turn are loaded with antioxidants which help the body fight against aging and illness. Aside from antioxidants, phytonutrients also has other unique properties that promote overall health.
Below are the different types of superfruits. If you want to food that give maximum health benefits, include these superfruits in your diet.
ACAI: This berry is the fruit that comes from the acai palm tree which is native to the Amazon rainforest of Brazil. The acai berry is a fleshy fruit with a pleasant taste. It contains fatty acids and fiber which are both known to be greatly beneficial to the health. Acai berries help reduce inflammation, aid in the maintenance of healthy cholesterol levels, and even induce an increase in metabolism leading to weight loss.
GOJI: The goji berry has been used in traditional Chinese medicine as a form of herbal medication. These berries are believed to contain essential nutrients needed for growth and immunity from diseases. It has the unique ability of being able to help maintain stress at a minimum level.
NONI: Noni is another kind of berry. It also has many antioxidant properties just like the other superfoods. This fruit is particularly noted for its powerful ability to reduce the triggering effects of chronic disorders and ailments of both the digestive system and circulatory system.
MANGOSTEEN: Mangosteen is a large dark purple fruit with a white fleshy core that is sour in taste. It is perhaps the most familiar among the superfruits. This fruit comes from a tropical evergreen tree. The mangosteen is packed with phytonutrients which in turn makes it rich in antioxidants. For this reason, mangosteen is known to have medicinal effects.
POMEGRANATE : The pomegranate is the fruit of a small shrub which can be found all over the Himalayan region. This fruit has a high vitamin C content. It also has polyphenols which are rich in antioxidants, folic acid and potassium. Eating pomegranates regularly will boost one's overall health.
