Description:
Fruits rich in vitamins A, C, B6, E contains potassium, calcium andiron.Its major component is water. It is a fruit of moderate caloricvalue, at the expense of their carbohydrate intake. Stresses thecontent of provitamin A and C, atioxidante action, and to a lesserextent contains other B vitamins such as B6 or pyridoxine,necessary for the proper functioning of the nervous system. Itsfiber (soluble pectin) is high; improves intestinal transit.Vitamin C is involved in the formation of collagen, bones andteeth, red blood cells and enhances the absorption of iron fromfood and resistance to infection. The provitamin A or beta caroteneis converted to vitamin A in our body as this one needs. Vitamin Ais essential for vision, good skin, hair, mucous membranes, bonesand for the proper functioning of the immune system. Both vitaminsalso perform an antioxidant function.
