August 6 (Tuesday) "Perfect for the Heat" 3 Seasonal Foods to Eat in August

#Turtle radish

Turnips are a classic summer diet food, rich in fiber and low in calories. Rich in vitamin C and minerals, they help prevent immune system decline.

The vitamin C content per 100g of turnips is 23mg, which is five times that of apples.

 

Consuming turnips helps prevent blood acidification, stimulates appetite, and prevents constipation. They are also known to be excellent for maintaining eye health and regulating blood pressure.

 

#grape

Grapes, in season in August, are a fruit with every last bit of value, from the flesh to the skin and seeds. Grape skins contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that helps prevent aging and cancer. Grape seeds contain polyphenols, which help lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and reduce inflammation and stress.

 

Anthocyanin contained in grapes has the effect of suppressing the production of active oxygen, preventing aging and relieving eye fatigue.

 

#plum

 

Plums are a seasonal summer fruit, at their most delicious in July and August. Rich in vitamin C and composed of 85% water, plums are a great way to quench your thirst in summer. Vitamin K in plums promotes bone-building metabolic processes, helping to increase bone density.

 

Plums are also rich in phenolic phytochemicals, which have anticancer, antibacterial, anti-allergy, and anti-inflammatory effects. Research has shown that regular consumption of phenolic phytochemicals reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease and heart disease.

 

Source: D-Gazi News