Super Fruits

One morning, the Swallow came across a slip of paper hidden among the pages of her collection of recipes. On one side of the paper was a poem.  On the other was a list of Super Fruits.

Although some of the fruits in that list of Super Fruits have not been proven for their health-attributing factors, yet their delicious and yummy flavours alone will make them part of the Swallow's own list of Super Fruits.

Kiwi

• a good source of potassium, magnesium, vitamin E and fibre
• its vitamin C content is twice that of an orange

Apple

• contains antioxidants and flavonoids which enhance the activity of vitamin C
• may help to lower the risks of colon cancer, heart attack and stroke

Strawberry

• highest total of antioxidant power among major fruits
• may protect the body from cancer causing and blood vessels clogging free radicals

Orange

• may keep colds away
• may lower cholesterol
• may prevent and dissolve kidney stones
• may lessen the risk of colon cancer

Watermelon

• coolest thirst quencher as it is composed of 92% water
• boosts immune system
• a key source of lycopene, a cancer-fighting oxidant
• has vitamin C and potassium

Guava

• high vitamin C content
• rich in fibre which helps prevent constipation

Papaya

• high vitamin C content
• rich in carotene - good for eyesight