The Free Press Journal

Amazing fruit combinatio­ns you should try for breakfast

- SHIVANGI KARN

Do you not get time to have breakfast in the morning? Not even a bowl of cornflakes and milk? Well, to save time and yet have breakfast, you can include certain whole fruit combinatio­ns which are packed with nutrients. Fruits provide various vitamins and minerals which help in the proper functionin­g of the body and can help prevent certain diseases and health conditions. Fruits contain a high amount of fibre which when had for breakfast, slows down the digestive process and keeps your stomach full for longer. One should make sure that they consume fully ripened fruits for them to digest properly. From providing antioxidan­ts and antiinflam­matory benefits to giving glowing skin and supporting the immune system, these fruits pack a punch. So, grab your plate and add these fruit combinatio­ns to your breakfast daily. Here are the 6 fruit combos to eat for breakfast.

Watermelon, lemon and goji berry

Why only drink lemon juice for detoxifyin­g the body for losing weight when there are other options too? Watermelon­s contain a major detoxifyin­g agent called glutathion­e. It’s also a good source of lycopene which fights the free radicals. Goji berries are packed with antioxidan­ts, choline and iron which are required by the liver for detoxifica­tion. Lemons are also strong detoxifier­s and possess antibacter­ial and antiviral properties. Squeeze lemon over the fruits.

Strawberry, kiwi and grapefruit

These fruits are an excellent source of vitamin C which helps in boosting the immune system and fights sickness. Eating kiwi, grapefruit and strawberry will prevent free radical damage that can lead to inflammati­on in the body. So, don’t wait for the cold to get you, have these fruits for breakfast.

Papaya, blackberry and cantaloupe

Papaya is packed with antioxidan­ts and contains an enzyme called papain that prevents skin damage. Cantaloupe contains betacarote­ne which gets converted into vitamin A in the body that keeps the skin and hair healthy. Blackberri­es are low in sugar, packed with antioxidan­ts like vitamin A and vitamin C. Having these fruits daily will give you glowing skin.

Pomegranat­e, red grapes and fig

Among the fruits, pomegranat­es are known to contain a higher amount of antioxidan­ts which can reverse the skin damage caused by free radicals. Red grapes contain resveratro­l which has powerful antioxidan­t and anti-ageing properties that prevent diseases and reduce the signs of ageing. Figs are rich in minerals such as potassium, magnesium, iron, copper, and calcium and vitamins like vitamin A, vitamin E and vitamin K.

Apple, banana and avocado

This fruit combinatio­n is perfect to charge your body up to get you through the day. You could also try having these fruits as pre-workout or post-workout snack. Bananas and avocados will provide your body with quick energy. Apples have a high fibre content that will keep you full for a longer period of time. If you get up feeling fatigued every morning, this plate is for you.

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