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These 5 fruits and vegetables will prolong your life

The quality and length of your life are determined by the food you eat.

Fruits and vegetables are not only low in calories, but also packed with nutrients that ensure good health and longevity.

Here are five fruits that help you live longer:

1. Soursop

Sour sop has many health benefits. It is a rich source of vitamin C, which is essential for reducing wrinkles and boosting immunity. It also contains 626 milligrams of potassium and 47 milligrams of iron, which help stabilise blood pressure. Potassium helps filter excess salt and improve blood circulation.

Preliminary research suggests soursop may have cancer-fighting properties. The 2018 study from Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity suggests that soursop’s anti-inflammatory effects show some promise for fighting against certain cancer cells.

2. Onions and garlic

Onions and garlic are two of the healthiest vegetables for longevity. They are beneficial for the cardiovascular system and the immune system.

Onions have anti-diabetic and anti-cancer effects and are associated with a lower risk of gastric and prostate cancers. They contain organosulfur compounds that detoxify carcinogens and halt cancer cell growth.

Onions also contain high concentrations of health-promoting flavonoid antioxidants, possibly contributing to cancer prevention. Other similar allium vegetables, like leeks, chives, shallots, and scallions, are also healthy.

3. Tomatoes

Tomatoes are rich in health-promoting nutrients like lycopene, vitamins C and E, beta-carotene, and flavanol antioxidants. Lycopene protects against prostate cancer, UV skin damage, and cardiovascular disease. Cooked tomatoes have more lycopene, and carotenoids are best absorbed with healthy fats. Avoid processed tomato paste and opt for fresh tomatoes.

4. Mushrooms

Regular consumption of mushrooms, particularly white and portobello mushrooms, is linked to a reduced risk of breast cancer due to their aromatase inhibitors. These mushrooms have anti-inflammatory effects, enhanced immune cell activity, prevention of DNA damage, slowed cancer cell growth, and inhibition of angiogenesis.

NOTE: Raw mushrooms are carcinogenic; cooking reduces the carcinogenic substance agaritine in raw mushrooms.

5. Avocados

Avocados are rich in folate, which may lower cancer risk and reduce osteoarthritis symptoms. Vitamin K in avocados boosts bone health, while low levels of folate can slow down depression symptoms. Vitamin E in avocados lowers inflammation, which can lead to diseases like diabetes and Alzheimer’s.

Avocados are also rich in fibre, potassium, oleic acid, and beta-sitosterol, which help maintain healthy blood pressure, lower cholesterol levels, and protect eyes from UV light damage. Overall, avocados are a valuable source of nutrients.

If you eat these fruits, all things being equal, you will live a long, healthy life.

 

Source: pulse.ng

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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