Britain might be a nation of binge-drinkers and over-indulgers, particularly at this time of year, but new figures explain we are also a nation of berry lovers.
Sales of British strawberries, blackberries and raspberries have broken all records and suppliers are stressed to keep up with demand.
The soft fruits that are credited with staving off cancer and ornamental sexual prowess have seen sales hit £204m this year.
Protection from skin cancer does not stop at choking yourself with particular skin creams; what you eat could have a major affect the skin's natural defense. Recent research has found that many familiar foods contain ingredients, which work as a sun block and lessen the risk of skin cancer significantly.
Apricots – rich in beta-carotene, the antioxidant, which helps soak up free radicals created by UV radiation.
Pomegranates – hold more cancer-busting antioxidants than any other fruit.
Red grapes – the skins of red grapes has more powerful antioxidants known as proanthocyanidins that help to combat UV damage and keep cells healthy.
After hearing the 5 A Day aim for fruit and vegetable consumption for the last 15 years, only 40 percent of Americans meet the objective, according to fresh analysis from the National Cancer Institute and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Unfortunately, updated nutrient recommendations during the 5 A Day goal was formulated mean, which even many adults who met that mark aren’t actually getting enough. Recommendations now call for eating more create and including a broader selection of high-nutrient vegetables.
Most young adults do not meet the key required dietary targets in America, chiefly because they are actually dependent on fast food and ease food, according to research by the University of Minnesota.
According to the researchers, the mass of university students and young adults who have just left high school have diets deficient in key nutrients as they rarely eat proper meals prepared at home.
London: Including fruit and vegetables in one's daily diet can lessen the chances of miscarriage by almost half of the frequency, says a new research that stresses the significance of a healthy, balanced diet during any pregnancy.
The study of nearly 7,000 pregnant women by researchers from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine proved for links among diet, lifestyle and miscarriage, reported the online edition of Daily Mail.
More than 11,000 children ranging from low-income families in Blackburn and Darwen could now get free fruit and vegetables as part of a good living drive.
Until now parents will get vouchers for milk and newborn’s formula free of charge under the long-running Welfare Food Scheme.
But those who will qualify for the scheme could now get fresh fruit and vegetables.
