Llanelli Star

FIVE REASONS TO EAT

REDCURRANT­S

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1THEY HAVE A VERY LOW GLYCAEMIC INDEX

THIS ranks food and drinks based on how much they raise your blood sugar. The sugar from redcurrant­s is slowly absorbed into the bloodstrea­m, which prevents sugar spikes.

2REDCURRAN­TS ARE HIGH IN VITAMIN C

WE need this for the production of collagen in the body to strengthen muscles and skin, and vitamin K for healthy bones.

3REDCURRAN­TS CONTAIN MANGANESE

THIS is helpful in fighting off free radicals in the body.

4THEY ARE ALSO RICH IN COPPER AND IRON

BOTH of these are essential for new blood cell formation. A deficiency of iron can lead to anaemia, fatigue and muscular weakness.

5REDCURRAN­TS ARE A GOOD SOURCE OF FIBRE

A GOOD supply of fibre is vital for a healthy bowel.

 ??  ?? Healthy choice: Redcurrant­s
Healthy choice: Redcurrant­s

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