Purple Plums for Age Esteem

In Europe this is the time of year when purple plums abound on the trees. It is the time we savor plum pies, tarts and breads.

Little purple plums are giants in what they can do for you.

They are loaded with potassium which helps control blood pressure and the heart rate. They are a treatment for eyes as well with the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin which help in controlling the development of cataracts and improving eye sight.

Another purple miracle is the eggplant.  Its skin has antioxidants which are known to inhibit the acceleration of tumor growth.

Grandma Nature

When you see a banana do you think of a monkey?  It so happens that bananas are the most purchased fruit in supermarkets.  So, there is at least one similarity between man and monkeys!

Bananas are good for you.  They are full of potassium and magnesium.  Both are important as we age.  Potassium is very important in controlling blood pressure and stimulates enzymes and regulates metabolism.  Magnesium keeps the nerves solid and is efficient in preventing leg cramps. A combination of sugar and amino acids found in bananas enables the brain to synthesize serotonin, “the happiness hormone”.

Bananas are very low in calories and very inexpensive.  They can, of course, be eaten on their own but are delicious in baked goods and as an accompaniment to cereals as well.

Nurture your body by eating bananas. – One could even say that a banana a day keeps the doctor away.

Grandma Nature