3 super fruits to grow in the garden

These 3 super fruits are extra healthy and very easy to grow in the garden!

Apples

• high in antioxidants
• high in vitamin C
• high in soluble fibre pectin – helps lower blood cholesterol levels
• low on the GI index – releasing energy into the body slowly, helping to keep blood sugar levels regulated
• 47 calories in an average-sized apple

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Cherries

• full of  antioxidants
• contain vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, iron, fiber and folate
• contains 19 times more beta carotene than blueberries or strawberries – prevents cancer
• 75 calories in one cup of cherries
• good source of melatonin – which helps sleep

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Blueberries

• full of vitamins
• rich in polyphenols -  reduce the risk of cancer and delay the onset of dementia
• the fibre in blueberries helps reduce the risk of bowel cancer

Most gardens would be able to find some space for one of these 3 super fruits to grow.