Try these tropical fruits the next time you go grocery shopping! They are nutritious, sweet, juicy, and very colorful!
Mangoes
This is a good source of folate and copper and makes an easy afternoon snack. Loaded with vitamin C, this nutrient helps support the immune system and promotes healthy gums. Try adding in either sea salt or chili powder with lime juice. You can also try making mango puree and pouring it into ice cube trays, and inserting a wooden stick to make popsicles.
Guavas
Guavas provide 3g of fiber, which helps the digestive system. A medium-sized guava provides the equivalence of one cup of apple slices with skin on when it comes to fiber. To include more fiber, try blending the entire guava the next time you make a juice, shake, or smoothie.
Avocados
Avocados contain monounsaturated fat and vitamin E, which can help with cardiovascular health. Looking for a new recipe? Crack one egg into a half-pitted avocado, bake for 20 minutes in a 425°F oven, and serve it with your favorite salsa.
Avocados contain monounsaturated fat and vitamin E, which can help with cardiovascular health. Looking for a new recipe? Crack one egg into a half-pitted avocado, bake for 20 minutes in a 425°F oven, and serve it with your favorite salsa.
Papayas
Papayas contain vitamin A which helps promote healthy skin and eyes, vitamin C, potassium, and folate. By adding in fat such as avocados, it will help increase the amount of beta-carotene being absorbed.
Papayas contain vitamin A which helps promote healthy skin and eyes, vitamin C, potassium, and folate. By adding in fat such as avocados, it will help increase the amount of beta-carotene being absorbed.
Source: https://www.eatright.org/food/planning-and-prep/snack-and-meal-ideas/go-tropical-with-super-fruits
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