Stay sharp with Plums

Plums are a good source of some rare nutrients such as neochlorogenic and chlorogenic acid. These nutrients are essential in the prevention of tackling destructive oxygen chemicals called superoxides, which degenerate our immune system. The superoxides also damage our good cholesterol and fat cells, which provide energy to us. Plums are also a good source of Vitamin C and fibre. But it is unique in its contents of lutein and zeaxanthin, which are pigments that protect our vision. According to research, eating plums on a daily basis can lower the risk of macular dengenration, which is an age related disease that causes the loss of vision in adults.