Allies of the heart and sharp eyesight: these fruits must be eaten by people after 65 years of age

 Peaches have been considered a symbol of happiness and longevity in China for centuries. The flowering period of the trees on which they grow is still solemnly celebrated, and their flowers announce virginity and fertility. In addition, they are very useful for health.

These fruits are inexpensive, easily available, and they go well with many sweet and savory dishes and are shown to the elderly, Przyslijprzepis said.

What are the benefits of peaches?

These fruits have much more to offer than just a delicious, refreshing pulp - they contain many nutrients and minerals, so eating them brings us many health benefits.

Fresh peaches are low-calorie (they have about 40 kcal per 100 grams, that is, 1 piece gives about 33.5 kcal) and are rich in valuable dietary fiber, which helps maintain a healthy body weight and has a positive effect on the work of our intestines.

Eating fruits that contain them in large quantities helps to protect us from cardiovascular diseases. That is why they should be consumed, especially after the age of 65, when the risk of heart problems increases.

Of all minerals, they contain the most potassium. Thanks to this, they have a very beneficial effect on our water-electrolyte balance and the work of the heart.

These juicy fruits contain many vitamins, and primarily beta-carotene (i.e. provitamin A) and vitamin C. This makes the use of peaches useful for our vision, helps to maintain a pleasant "peach" color of the skin and its youthful appearance. This fruit strengthens natural immunity and protects us from free radicals.

B vitamins, which are also abundant in peaches, help reduce tension and stress, have a calming and relaxing effect, so after a hard day, eating a couple or three sweet peaches will be a great idea.

In addition, niacitin, which is also present in ripe peaches, ensures the production of serotonin (the hormone of happiness). Hungarians call peaches "fruits of peace" for a reason.

What you need to know about peaches

Due to the high water content (90%), fresh peaches have a diuretic effect and help cleanse the body of toxins. Their consumption is also recommended for people struggling with rheumatic diseases. There is no fat and sodium in the "fruits of peace", which is an advantage for people with hypertension and high cholesterol.

These fruits are a valuable source of polyphenols, i.e. compounds classified as strong antioxidants.

Thanks to this, eating fresh peaches reduces the risk of oxidative stress.

To provide an adult with the necessary amount of polyphenols, you need to eat 2 large peaches every day. What is important, these delicious fruits are best eaten with the skin, because it contains the most useful substances.