5 Benefits of Consuming Fruit

Kate’s Real Food is dedicated to providing you with on-the-go snack options that give you just enough fuel to power through your busy day. Our bars contain a variety of organic ingredients, including fruit, to provide a powerful punch of flavor. They play an important part in every diet and have many benefits for your health.

1. Contains Potassium

Some fruits are high in potassium, an important mineral that is also an electrolyte. Electrolytes assist your body in regulating blood pressure, muscle contractions, and heart rhythm. Potassium is not found in your body naturally, so it’s important to ensure your body receives enough from outside sources.

2. Contains Fiber

Fruit also contains a high amount of soluble and insoluble fiber. Fiber can help maintain bowel health, lower cholesterol, control blood-sugar levels, and aids in maintaining weight. Consuming a diet full of fiber helps to keep you feeling satiated. As a result you feel full longer which can help you manage your total calories you consume in a day.

3. Reduce Risk of Chronic Disease

According to the National Institute of Biotechnology Information, a diet that's high in fruit reduces the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and inflammation. This is because they contain a high amount of vitamins and minerals that help to maintain a healthy body such as vitamin A, C, E, magnesium, zinc, phosphorus, and folic acid.

4. Improve Heart Health

Since fruits are low in calories and rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals, they help to improve heart health and may prevent heart disease. The antioxidants within help to break down plaque and cholesterol in your body to help keep your organs working efficiently.

5. Lower Caloric Intake

Fruits are not only nutritious but also delicious options that can be incorporated into your meals. For those that are calorie conscious this means you can consume large servings without being concerned that you’re consuming more calories than your body needs. They are an excellent substitute for sweets as they hold a lot of flavor alongside a large amount of vitamins and nutrients.

Although fruits are essential in any diet, it’s important to choose organic options that are in its whole form. If you’re purchasing canned or prepackaged fruit make sure to read the labels, as some may be much higher in sugars and fat than others.

At Kate’s Real Food our bars are made with only organic ingredients including complex carbs, nut butters, and fruits to ensure a nutritious snacking experience. We understand the difficulty in finding convenient snacks that are healthy, delicious, and filling so we make sure our bars are all of those things. You can choose from a variety of flavors that feature many different fruits, including lemon coconut, dark chocolate cherry and almond, and mango coconut. Fuel yourself for your day whether it be on an adventure in the great outdoors or at work in the office.