Red food is in short supply, eat seasonal fruits first

In the cold wind, eating more red foods can enhance the body's antioxidant capacity and lay a good foundation for health. According to the Five Elements theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine, red represents fire, so red foods can enter the heart and blood after entering the human body, and have the effect of invigorating qi and blood and promoting blood circulation. Foods represented by red include carrots, tomatoes, pomegranates, etc. Currently is the peak season for seasonal fruits such as pomegranates, so choosing to eat seasonal fruits is in line with the spirit of environmental protection.

Pomegranate, known as the "Queen of Antioxidants", is rich in phytochemicals and can be said to be a model student of red power. (Photo provided by /)

According to the latest research published by the Academia Sinica, more than 92% of the people in the country do not meet the passing standard for their daily fruit and vegetable intake. Among them, the intake of red fruits and vegetables is the most deficient, with the deficiency rate as high as 88%. Moreover, more than 90% of adults do not meet the daily fruit and vegetable intake standard, which is bound to have a great impact on their health.

Health warning signs: red foods are the most deficient

In addition, the survey also found that in the nutritional intake of Chinese people's eating habits, sweet potato leaves, oranges, grapefruits and their products are the main sources of various phytochemicals. If analyzed by the color of fruits and vegetables, red foods are the most deficient, with the proportion of insufficient phytochemical intake as high as 88%, which is much higher than green, white, purple-blue, orange and other colored fruits and vegetables.

Generally speaking, eating more red foods in the diet can protect the body from the threat of serious diseases and increase emotional stability and trust. Foods including tomatoes, red bell peppers, pomegranates, etc. belong to this category. Nutrition experts suggest: you may as well supplement them occasionally.

Pomegranate, the queen of antioxidants, exerts its red power

Among the colorful fruits and vegetables, red fruits and vegetables including apples, pomegranates, and roselle have good antioxidant effects. They can also lower bad cholesterol, protect cardiovascular health, and have antioxidant effects. They can be said to be a red force.

However, it is worth noting that although Taiwan is a fruit kingdom that produces high-quality fruits all year round, the red pomegranate, known as the "Queen of Antioxidants", is a new choice. Not only is it a red food, it is also rich in phytonutrients, making it a model student of red power.

Among the seasonal fruits in winter, pomegranate is an ideal high-quality fruit. (Photo provided by /)

Ruby fruit is high in plant fiber

In fact, the antioxidant effect of pomegranate is much higher than that of green tea and red wine. Among the seasonal fruits in winter, pomegranate is one of the ideal high-quality fruits. It can be said to be the "ruby among fruits". It is high in plant fiber and has a feeling of satiety. It is a great blessing for people who want to control their weight.

Buying Tips:

1. The best ones are those with bright colors, shiny and tight skin, and a heavy feeling when held in the hand.

2. Products with cracks or blemishes on the surface should not be purchased.

《Eating Tips》:

You can peel the pomegranate and eat the red flesh; you can also remove the white veins between the skin and flesh, add honey and lemon slices, and make juice to drink.