APPLES Rich in Vitamin C which helps f ight infections, helpsalleviate allergic reactions, and aids in wound healing. Choose apples that are firm with no soft spots. Keep in plastic bags in the refrigerator . Prepare apple dishes just before serving to minimizebrowning (oxidation). Protect cut apples from oxidation by dipping them into asolution of one part citrus juice and three parts water. Nutritional Info( 1 medium sized apple) Energy – 40Kcal, Water – 91.40g, Carbohydrate – 9.30 g, Fiber – 0.7g, Vit C – 3.20 mg. BANANA Have both a high amount of carbohydrates as well aspotassium. Carbohydrate gives energy whereas Potassium is required fornormal growth and for proper nerve & muscle function. Avoid bananas with brown spots that seem very soft. Choose fruit that is firm and free of bruises. To further ripen bananas leave at room temperature for acouple of days. Once ripe you can store in the refrigerator for3 –5 days. Nutritional info ( 1 medium banana) Energy - 103 Kcal, water - 73.30g, Potassium - 241mg, carbohydrate - 23.60 g, Fiber - 0.5g, Vit C - 17.30mg. PAPAYA Rich source of vitamin A and C. One half of a small papaya can provide 150% of therecommended dietary intake of Vitamin C. It is low in calories, fatfree, cholesterolfree, and a good source of potassium, foliate, andfiber. The papaya enzyme called papain, is used as a meat tenderizer. Look for papayas that are partly or completely yellow in color, depending on variety. Avoid papayas that are bruised, shriveled, or have soft areas. Nutritional info (per slice): Energy – 56 Kcal, Water 144.10 gm, Fiber – 0.8gm, Carbohydrate – 11.30gm, Carotenes – 1843 microgm, Vit C – 112.80mg, Potassium – 62mg, Retinol – 307 micro-gm. PINEAPPLE High content of Vit C, Potassium and Carotenes. Vit C is critical in fighting off infections, helps alleviateallergic reactions, and aids in wound healing. Potassium is vital for proper nerve and muscle function, andregulation of blood pressure & Carotenes are essential forgrowth and vision. Select pineapples with a nice fragrant smell. Avoid those pineapples with sour or fermented odors. Nutritional info (1 medium sized fruit) Energy – 290 Kcal, Potassium 625 mg, Vit C – 98 mg, water – 566 gm, carbohydrate – 68.30 gm., Carotenes 1741 micro-gm
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APPLESRich in Vitamin C which helps fight infections, helps alleviate allergic reactions, and aids in wound healing.
Choose apples that are firm with no soft spots.
Keep in plastic bags in the refrigerator .
Prepare apple dishes just before serving to minimize browning (oxidation).Protect cut apples from oxidation by dipping them into a solution of one part citrus juice and three parts water.Nutritional Info( 1 medium sized apple)
Energy – 40Kcal, Water – 91.40g, Carbohydrate – 9.30 g,
Fiber – 0.7g, Vit C – 3.20 mg.
BANANAHave both a high amount of carbohydrates as well as
potassium.
Carbohydrate gives energy whereas Potassium is required for
normal growth and for proper nerve & muscle function.
Avoid bananas with brown spots that seem very soft.
Choose fruit that is firm and free of bruises.To further ripen bananas leave at room temperature for a
couple of days. Once ripe you can store in the refrigerator for
3 – 5 days.
Nutritional info ( 1 medium banana)
Energy - 103 Kcal, water - 73.30g, Potassium - 241mg,
carbohydrate - 23.60 g, Fiber - 0.5g, Vit C - 17.30mg.
PAPAYARich source of vitamin A and C.
One half of a small papaya can provide 150% of the
recommended dietary intake of Vitamin C. It is low in calories, fat
free, cholesterol free, and a good source of potassium, foliate, and
fiber.The papaya enzyme called papain, is used as a meat tenderizer.
Look for papayas that are partly or completely yellow in color,
depending on variety.
Avoid papayas that are bruised, shriveled, or have soft areas.
Nutritional info (per slice):
Energy – 56 Kcal, Water 144.10 gm, Fiber – 0.8gm,
Carbohydrate – 11.30gm, Carotenes – 1843 microgm,
Vit C – 112.80mg, Potassium – 62mg, Retinol – 307 micro-gm.
PINEAPPLEHigh content of Vit C, Potassium and Carotenes.
Vit C is critical in fighting off infections, helps alleviate
allergic reactions, and aids in wound healing.
Potassium is vital for proper nerve and muscle function, and
regulation of blood pressure & Carotenes are essential for growth and vision.
Select pineapples with a nice fragrant smell.
Avoid those pineapples with sour or fermented odors.
Nutritional info (1 medium sized fruit)
Energy – 290 Kcal, Potassium 625 mg, Vit C – 98 mg,