TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Quite often we do not include fruits into our travel-food list for its short time and impracticability. Several studies have suggested that we should bring along fruits during our journey, since they will supply us with the necessary Vitamin C. For short distance travels, you can prepare pre-cut fruits such as kiwis, strawberries, papaya, or guava. As for long-distance travel, Travelounge has compiled the types of fruits suitable to be brought along.
1. Oranges
Oranges have relatively low Vitamin C which is only 30 to 50 milligrams, but it still healthy. In addition to antioxidants, oranges contain Vitamin B that can stabilize blood pressure.
2. Apple
Apple contains 5 milligrams of Vitamin C per 100 grams of the fruit. Apples also contain other vitamin, minerals, tannins and flaboids. Tannins have a role of cleaning the mouth while flaboids reduce the risk of cancer.
3. Longan
There are about 84 milligrams of vitamin C per 100 grams of longan. In addition, the fruit flesh from mainland Southeast Asia contains sucrose, glucose, proteins, fats, and vitamins A and B.
4. Tomatoes
There is around 34 milligrams Vitamin C in 100 grams of tomatoes. Tomatoes also contain proteins, phosphors, irons, sulphurs, vitamin A and B1, and almost more than 50 percent of beta-carotene lycopenes. Lycopenes pigments are proven effective as antioxidants and able to prevent early aging.
5. Guava
In addition to 108 milligrams per 100 gram fruit, guava also contains phosphors, calcium, and Vitamin A and B1. Guava is also known as good to reduce cholesterol for its rich pectin fibers.
6. Kiwi
There are 100 milligrams of vitamin C in 100 grams of kiwi. It also contains polyphenols, carotenoids, and other enzymes forming antioxidant. In addition, there are potassium, lutein, and beta-carotene, which is beneficial for a number of organs.
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