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FROM AN ABUNDANCE OF POWERHOUSE ANTIOXIDANTS TO A LARGE HELPING OF ESSENTIAL VITAMINS AND MINERALS , THE BENEFITS OF A FRUIT-RICH DIET TO OUR WELLBEING ARE UNDENIABLE . OUR GARDEN OF ENGLAND THRIVING PRODUCE SCENE MAKING IT ALL THE MORE EASY TO ENJOY FRUITFUL LIVING THIS AUTUMN AND BEYOND .
We aren ’ t strangers to the fact that adding fruit to our diets is good for us . The age-old nutrition advice of adhering to a five-a-day rule having been held over our heads for decades . However , while we may be aware of some of the attributes held by these natural , nutrition-dense foods , are we truly clued up on just how many positive benefits there are to adding a plethora of fresh fruits to our daily diets ?
Firstly , mostly all varieties of fruit are packed with an impressive array of important vitamins including vitamin C , which has powerful antioxidant properties and is praised for protecting our heart health , and vitamin A which lends a generous helping hand to our vision and skin health - say hello to that natural skin glow !
Also in the lineup are nutrition-essential minerals such as potassium , calcium and magnesium , which all play important roles in brain and muscle function , the regulation of blood sugars and keeping those regularly altering hormone levels in check .
The phrase ‘ an apple a day keeps the doctor away ’, albeit a strong statement , nods to the food ’ s fascinating immuneboosting properties , particularly those in the citrus family . With vitamin deficiency not uncommon in humans , it ’ s said that adding new , antioxidant-rich varieties of fruits into our diets can help our bodies to fight against infection and those pesky seasonal coughs and colds . Not to mention the outstanding scientific discoveries of the plant ’ s compounds , which show remarkable signs of reducing the risk of developments of chronic diseases and aid in the protection against damage to our cells .
Contributing to the world ’ s surging intrigue into all things gut health , fruit also boasts naturally high fibre levels , both insoluble and soluble , that support optimum digestion and the creation of a good gut microbiome . Combined with high water content for overall body hydration , some intriguing mood-elevating studies and the many flavoursome varieties available to suit all tastes , it ’ s evident that there is more than originally meets the eye to these naturally growing delights .
Our glorious county has been heralded for its fervent farming roots and successful fruit growing for years , and is home to some of the best produce , acres of flourishing orchards and fields , and generations of passionate growers who are determined to keep Kent ’ s fertile soils and Garden of England identity alive . So , what makes Kentish fruit so special ? Aside from supporting our proud heritage farmers and long-established expert knowledge and productivity , Kent is actually scientifically proven to be particularly well-equipped for the growth of high quality fruits . With
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