The Stars of the Summer: Fruits
From Dr. Jean-Michel Cohen's Blog
Vitamin C is well known for making you feel energetic and for boosting the immune system. Citrus fruits are commonly known as good sources, but berries, which ripen for the summer, are even better.
Blackcurrants are at the top of the list, with 190 mg per 100 g, far ahead of the kiwi (100 mg) and orange (55 mg). Strawberries and raspberries are not out of the question, but keep in mind that you must not consume more than 250 g of these sweet fruits. Cherries, the sweetest, should be limited to 125 g.
Vitamin A plays an important role during the summer, as it preserves skin health and activates the properties for a good tan. In the most colorful fruit, it is in the form of provitamin A (carotene), which the body will transform into vitamin A.
Apricots are a great source, and a regular serving of 2 apricots provides nearly 50% of the recommended daily intake for adults. Peaches, nectarines are also good sources, if you choose the varieties with yellow rather than white flesh.
Melon, with its dark orange flesh, is one of the fruits that contain the most betacarotene. You can have melons and watermelons for a serving not more than 250 g.
Remember that the key word is variety. And that eating according to the season is the best way to benefit from what nature has to offer at the right time. Not only is it good for the palate and the health, but it's easier on the pocket too!
For more tips from France's leading nutritionist Dr. Jean-Michel Cohen, join The Parisian Diet online program now!
Blackcurrants are at the top of the list, with 190 mg per 100 g, far ahead of the kiwi (100 mg) and orange (55 mg). Strawberries and raspberries are not out of the question, but keep in mind that you must not consume more than 250 g of these sweet fruits. Cherries, the sweetest, should be limited to 125 g.
Vitamin A plays an important role during the summer, as it preserves skin health and activates the properties for a good tan. In the most colorful fruit, it is in the form of provitamin A (carotene), which the body will transform into vitamin A.
Apricots are a great source, and a regular serving of 2 apricots provides nearly 50% of the recommended daily intake for adults. Peaches, nectarines are also good sources, if you choose the varieties with yellow rather than white flesh.
Melon, with its dark orange flesh, is one of the fruits that contain the most betacarotene. You can have melons and watermelons for a serving not more than 250 g.
Remember that the key word is variety. And that eating according to the season is the best way to benefit from what nature has to offer at the right time. Not only is it good for the palate and the health, but it's easier on the pocket too!
For more tips from France's leading nutritionist Dr. Jean-Michel Cohen, join The Parisian Diet online program now!
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