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Eating fresh fruits, vegetables reduce disease risk

Saturday, 25 February 2017 2:24 AM [ Last Update: Saturday, 25 February 2017 2:24 AM ]

This file photo taken on February 8, 2017 shows fruit and vegetables during the opening day of the "Fruit Logistica" trade fair in Berlin on February 8, 2017. The fair on the fresh food produce business and the latest innovations, products and services in the international supply chain is running until February 10, 2017. (Photo by AFP)

Eating fresh fruits and vegetables has always been recommended to those who want to stay fit. But a new study shows that eating 10 portions of them each day can even help you live a longer life.

A study conducted by Imperial College London has found that eating larger portions of fruits and vegetables could prevent nearly eight million premature deaths each year.

The study also revealed that certain fruits and vegetables can reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.

According to the study, spinach, pepper and cauliflower can lower the risk of cancer, while apple, pear and citrus fruit, such as orange, can lower the risk of heart disease.

The scientists also found that fruits and vegetables could reduce cholesterol levels and blood pressure, and boost the health of our blood vessels and immune system.

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