Description
Benefits of plum for health This nutritional composition turns the plum into an energetic, alkalizing, cleansing, refreshing, light and invigorating food, capable of stimulating the nervous system and fighting fatigue. Due to its low caloric content and its draining action, it is recommended in case of overweight. The juice extracted from its pulp purifies and tones the body, making it suitable for carrying out cures, both in spring and summer. Just take a glass twice a day before meals to get good results. How it benefits us Physical and mental energy. The plum is especially indicated to obtain a better physical and intellectual performance in normal tasks or in periods of momentarily more intense activity (students and athletes). Good condition of the skin, mucous membranes and eyesight due to the good supply of vitamin A. Antioxidant action against free radicals that mainly damage arteries and neurons, in addition to the DNA of the cell nucleus, thanks to its content of vitamin E and C. Other components with an antioxidant effect are anthocyanins, pigments that give it its characteristic color, especially in the reddish and purple varieties. Relieves fluid retention, due to its abundance of potassium, which is involved in muscle activity and in the body’s water balance. Its diuretic effect also makes it useful in case of rheumatism, gout and kidney diseases (except in the case of lithiasis, due to its oxalic acid content, especially in bluish varieties). Good cellular functioning due to the presence of various trace elements: copper, manganese, selenium and zinc. Detoxifying Due to its laxative effect, it can relieve functional constipation and lighten the burden on the liver.
A DEPURATIVE CURE: TWO GLASSES OF JUICE A DAY The juice extracted from the plum purifies and tones the body, making it suitable for carrying out cures, both in spring and summer. It is enough to take a glass twice a day, before meals, to obtain good results. To make a cocktail, the juice of half a kilo of plums is extracted and a tablespoon of orange juice and a teaspoon of honey are added
