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  • Six Kinds of Food to Promote Human Health
  • 1. Almond:
    Although almond is rich in calorie, it contains a large number of phytosterol, which can reduce the harmful cholesterol in the body, and can help stabilize the blood sugar for the diabetic patients. At the same time, it contains a variety of amino acids needed by human body, which can increase the level of testosterone and promote the growth of muscle. In addition, almond is also rich in vitamin E, which can effectively prevent sunburn. Meanwhile, it also plays an important role in protecting blood vessels, as well as enhancing human memory and cognitive ability.

    2. Plum:
    Plum contains a large number of minerals, especially copper and boron, which can prevent osteoporosis. What's more, plum also contains kind of dietary fiber called as inulin, which can damage the harmful bacteria in the intestinal tract, so as to keep the digestive tract stay in a healthy acidic environment, and this can promote the absorption of calcium by the body.

    3. Yogurt:
    The probiotics contained in yogurt can keep the health of intestinal tract and enhance the function of immune system. In addition, it can also help prevent cancer. But you should notice that not all the yogurt contains probiotics. You should buy the yogurt which has the word "probiotics" on the label.

    4. Black bean:
    Research shows that, eating 3 ounces of black beans every day can reduce the risk of heart attack by 38%. Although other beans are also beneficial to the heart, they can not be compared with black bean, because it can invigorate the brain and promote human intelligence. This is because black bean contains a large number of anthocyanin, which can strengthen the function of brain. What's more, it also contains many other nutrients, such as protein, healthy fats, folic acid, magnesium, B vitamins, potassium, dietary fiber, and so on.

    5. Apple:
    Apple contains a high content of quercetin, which can reduce the risk of many kinds of diseases, such as allergies, heart disease, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and prostate cancer and lung cancer. When you buy apple, you'd better choose red apple, because it contains the most abundant antioxidants.

    6. Mushroom:
    Mushroom contains a large number of antioxidants, which can prevent the growth and reproduction of abnormal cells in the body, so as to prevent the occurrence of cancer. Experts point out that, if you cook mushrooms and red wine together, their health effects will be doubled.


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