By Bronwyn Ison
Our health experts are notorious for telling us what to eat or not to eat. Proclaiming add this ingredient, you must eat, and don’t forget to include. In our fast paced society many of us are quick to zip through the first drive-thru we see. Clearly this behavior is negating our health all to appease our schedules and please our taste buds. Many believe eating healthy is time consuming and expensive. Truth of the matter, you are correct. However, unhealthy diets can lead to disease, costly medical bills and possibly death.
The time involved to shop, prepare, clean up with family, etc, you have vested time. Tomorrow you do it all over again. Vesting time in meal preparation at home is sanitary and healthier than visiting a fast food chain. Possibly you have heard of the latest and greatest super foods of yesterday and today. Health magazines, your friends, and family are always advocating how you could improve your diet.
As a parent, yoga instructor/studio owner, and health fanatic I am here to share the latest and greatest super food. Pitaya fruit, a.k.a. Dragon Fruit; a super food everyone could love. The bountiful fruit boasts a plethora of health benefits. The fruit is beautiful in color and is considered one of the most nutritious and exotic fruits.
The Dragon Fruit is native to Mexico, Central America and South America. It derives from the cactus family. This exotic fruit is not new but is attracting and gaining more momentum among health professionals, restaurants and juice/smoothie bar owners. Studies reveal the fruit is highly concentrated in Vitamin C, boasts minerals and a high fiber content. Other findings show the fruit is excellent for the liver, can lower high blood pressure, aids with diabetes and those who are obese.
According to health professionals the benefits include the following:
Carotene helps maintain and equally improve the health of the eyes
The fiber enhances digestion in our bodies
The fiber equally reduces fat
The protein component of the pitaya fruit enhances the body’s metabolism
Calcium reinforces bones and aid in formation of healthy teeth
Vitamin B2 acts as a multi-vitamin to recover and improve loss appetite
Vitamin B1 assists in production of energy as well as metabolizing carbohydrates
Vitamin B3 lowers bad cholesterol levels and enhances the appearance of the skin by moisturizing and smoothing it
Vitamin C ensures bruises and cuts heal faster and improves general immune system function
Phosphorus aids in tissue formation
With all the super fruit has to offer including great taste it is certainly worth trying. Tempt your taste buds. Our local health foods markets, juice bars, and farmer’s market are sure to offer this delectable fruit. For more information on improving your health today, visit: www.e-volveyoga.com
