We use only the finest produce in our smoothies and juices. Below are some amazing facts about our favourite fruits.
BANANA FRUIT FACTS:
It's big, yellow and a funny shape… here are some facts about one of our favourite fruits:
- Bananas are a good source of potassium, fibre, folic acid and vitamins A and B6
- One medium-sized banana contains nearly a quarter of your recommended daily intake of potassium. Research suggests that a diet high in potassium may reduce the risk of hypertension and stroke.
- Bananas help maintain blood sugar levels are a great energy-boosting snack – perfect for people on the go!
- They’re also easily digested and don’t give your bowels any problems (if you know what I mean).
RASPBERRY FRUIT FACTS:
One of the most popular and flavourful fruits, the little raspberry delivers some big nutrients:
- Like its cousin the strawberry, raspberries are very high in ellagic acid, which is good for the immune system.
- Raspberries are also rich in dietary fibres, required for smooth running of the digestive system.
- Research shows that the raspberry can improve night vision. So move over the carrot, here comes the raspberry!
- Raspberries are packed with vitamin C – a handful has almost half your recommended daily intake!
KIWI FRUIT FACTS:
The kiwi fruit started its life as a Chinese gooseberry – that was until New Zealand decided to re-name and re-brand it as its very own kiwi fruit! A stroke of branding genius I think you will agree:
- Kiwi fruit is one of the most nutrient-rich of all the popular fruits. While most fruits tend to be high in only one or two nutrients, the kiwi fruit delivers a whole range of vitamins and minerals.
- One kiwi fruit contains more vitamin C than an orange … vitamin C is a great immunity booster.
- Kiwi fruit are also a good source of fibre with one cup of kiwi containing over 6 grams!
STRAWBERRY FRUIT FACTS:
People always tell us how much they love the taste of our strawberries – they’re good for you too:
- A handful of strawberries contain over 100% of your recommended daily dose of vitamin C.
- Strawberries are rich in potassium which is required for optimum nerve function, muscle control and blood pressure.
- They are also high in fibre and folic acid
- Strawberries produce ellagic acid which is thought to be an effective pain killer.
APPLE FRUIT FACTS:
The humble apple – there’s some truth to the old saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”:
- Apples are a cleansing fruit that fights infections and absorbs toxins – and they’re loaded with pectin, a soluble fibre that aids digestion.
- Apples contain an important flavanoid, quercetin, which has anti-inflammatory properties.
- Apples contain vitamins A, B and C, potassium, iron and magnesium.
- Antioxidant phytonutrients found in apples fight the damaging effects of bad cholesterol to help keep your heart healthy.
PINEAPPLE FRUIT FACTS:
This tropical beauty received its name due to its resemblance to the pine cone… here are some more facts about the pineapple:
- Pineapples are packed full of vitamin C and fibre – important for the immune and digestive systems.
- Pineapples have anti-inflammatory effects which are good for those long hard days and those heroic sporting injuries.
- They contain the enzyme bromelain which is thought to aid digestion (no tummy troubles here then).
