It's only the start of autumn, a time of crisp air and clear skies that is truly invigorating and pleasant. In our daily lives, autumn is a bountiful season. Many people not only reap happiness in the fall but also discover their favorite fruits. Autumn offers a wide variety of fruits, all highly nutritious. So, what fruits are best for your health in the fall? Let me introduce you to some fruits that are perfect for autumn. Come and take a look.
1. Hawthorn
Hawthorn has the highest calcium content among autumn fruits, with 52 milligrams per 100 grams of pulp. Pregnant women and children have high calcium needs, so these two groups might consider eating some hawthorn after meals. Additionally, hawthorn contains triterpenoid acids and flavonoids, earning it the reputation of a "little expert" at lowering blood pressure and cholesterol. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, hawthorn is considered sour-sweet and slightly warm, aiding digestion, invigorating blood circulation, and lowering blood pressure. Raw hawthorn also has the effect of reducing body fat and decreasing fat absorption, making it a good choice for those on a diet. However, it should be noted that people with sensitive stomachs should eat less hawthorn, as it may increase the risk of illness.
Delicious Hawth Jam
2. Grapes
Grapes have a sugar content of 8%-10%. They also contain various inorganic salts, vitamins, and many other substances with physiological functions. Grapes are also quite rich in potassium. According to analysis, every 100 grams contains 87.9 grams of water, 0.4 grams of protein, 0.6 grams of fat, 8.2 grams of carbohydrates, 2.6 grams of crude fiber, 4.0 milligrams of calcium, 7.0 milligrams of phosphorus, 0.8 milligrams of iron, and also carotene, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin C, vitamin P, vitamin pp, and more. Furthermore, they contain more than ten amino acids needed by the human body and a large amount of fruit acid. Therefore, regularly eating grapes is beneficial for neurasthenia and overfatigue.
However, it's important to note that you should not drink water immediately after eating grapes, as it can easily cause diarrhea. It is advisable to wait 4 hours after eating grapes before consuming seafood, to prevent the tannic acid in the grapes from forming an indigestible substance with the calcium in the seafood, which could affect your health.
Whole Wheat Breadsticks with Grape Nuts and Raisins
3. Banana
The banana is a well-known tropical and subtropical fruit. Europeans call it the "happy fruit" because it can relieve sorrow, as the pantothenic acid and other components in bananas are the body's "happy hormones," capable of reducing stress and alleviating worries. Bananas also contain phosphorus, known as the "salt of wisdom," as well as rich protein, sugar, potassium, vitamins A and C, and various dietary fibers.
However, bananas are considered "cold" in nature. Patients with a weak spleen and stomach, stomach pain, or diarrhea should consume them in moderation. Those with a "cold" constitution are best to avoid them. For example, people with a cold stomach (bland taste, bloating), a deficient cold (diarrhea, dizziness), nephritis (also a deficient cold), or swelling in the legs during pregnancy should avoid eating raw bananas.
Kiwi, Pear, and Banana Juice
4. Citrus
Vitamin B1 plays an important role in nerve signal transmission. Among the fruits in season in the fall, citrus has the highest content of vitamin B1. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, citrus is believed to nourish yin, promote the production of body fluids, aid digestion, and has the effect of relieving coughs and resolving phlegm, making it suitable for people with lung discomfort. Vitamin B1 needs to be supplemented daily because, like all B vitamins, excess B1 is not stored in the body but is completely excreted.
Therefore, during the autumn citrus season, you might consider eating 1-2 citrus fruits daily to supplement your body's vitamin B1 needs. However, do not overindulge, as citrus is "hot" in nature, and the autumn is dry, so eating too much can easily lead to "heatiness."
Bread Machine Mochi with Kumquats
5. Cherry
Cherries are loved not just for their beautiful and lovely appearance, but also for their rich nutritional content. They contain carbohydrates, protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, and various vitamins. Especially the iron content is as high as 6-8 milligrams per 100 grams, 20-30 times higher than in apples, oranges, and pears. The vitamin A content is 4-5 times higher than in apples, oranges, and grapes.
Moreover, cherries can help alleviate anemia. Iron is a raw material for synthesizing human hemoglobin, which is of great significance for women. A World Health Organization survey shows that about 50% of young girls, 20% of adult women, and 40% of pregnant women suffer from iron-deficiency anemia. However, it should be noted that eating too many cherries can easily lead to "heatiness," with symptoms including toothache, constipation, sore and red eyes, and in severe cases, nosebleeds.
Cherry Sauce Waffles
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