The Benefits of Fruit Baskets

While many people love chocolate and other sweet treats, it’s still possible to send a bit of gratitude to the more health-conscious recipients on your list without feeling like you have to sacrifice taste to do it.

In short, fruit baskets are the most healthy present you can send your business clients and employees during the holidays since fruits such as apples and oranges are not only low in calories, but are also a great natural source of vitamins, sugars, and fiber. Additionally, fruit also contains an abundance of phytonutrients, such as flavonoids (plant chemicals), which lend themselves to overall human wellness, and the reduction of various heart conditions, stroke, and certain forms of cancer.

With this, many of the popular items found in our baskets are rife with an abundance of wellness benefits that will help your clients feel appreciated and healthy.

1.) APPLES: Filled with most of the B vitamins—specifically folate—apples are replete with vitamins A, C, and E, as well as a number of strong antioxidants and pectin (a dissolvable fiber). Recent studies have shown that apple consumption not only reduces the risk of certain cancers—particularly lung cancer—but that it also greatly reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease, type II diabetes, and asthma.

2.) ORANGES: Rich in vitamin C—an extremely effective antioxidant—oranges contain copious amounts of phytonutrients which have anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and blood clot-preventing properties. In fact, regular consumption of this juicy fruit has been shown to decrease cholesterol and blood pressure, while also lowing the risk for heart issues and certain cancers.

3.) PINEAPPLE: Similar to oranges in regards to its high levels of vitamin C, pineapple is considered one of the most nutritious foods in the world due to its ability to reduce bodily inflammation, support immune system function, and fight against free radical damage that can lead to cancer. Additionally, while carrots have always been touted as the vision-protecting food, studies have shown that regular pineapple consumption plays a large role in preventing vision degeneration later in life.

4.) NUTS: Eating nuts—which contain heart-healthy unsaturated fatty acids and other amazing nutrients—is great for your health. In fact, nuts have been shown to lower cholesterol, while also reducing the risk of fatal heart attacks and atherosclerosis. When it comes to snack foods, nuts are also a fantastic choice because they are easy to store and pack when on-the-go.

At the end of the day, whether you’re looking to send a get well treat or are hoping to give a little cheer during the holidays, fruit baskets make a great alternative to the standard chocolate arrangement.

Here at Gratitude Goodies, we offer several baskets which include a variety of fresh and dried seasonal fruits, delicious roasted nuts, and a hint of decadent chocolate. To learn more, please feel free to take a look at our website or call us for assistance – our goal is to make your gift giving as easy as possible!

Diane Campbell | Gratitude Goodies | www.GratitudeGoodies.com | 770-886-9598

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