Fruits, whether they grow on trees, in the ground, or on bushes, are packed with vitamins and acids that naturally cleanse and purify the body. Called the body's cleansers, fruits contains both simple and complex carbohydrates and release energy over an extended period of time.

Fresh fruits are also great stores of solar energy, ripening more slowly than most other foods and soaking up large sources of vitamin C, which strengthens the immune system, helps ward off infection, and builds strong bones, teeth, and nails.

Focus on Citric Acid

The acids in fruits are what give them their tart, or puckery, flavor. Citric acid is found most abundantly in lemons and other citrus fruit, including lime, grapefruit, orange, cranberry, strawberry, raspberry, pineapple, peach, and tomato. Acids scour away strong bacteria and waste in the body's tissues and facilitate healing.

Enzymes in Fruits

All fruits contain powerful enzymes that have powerful antibacterial qualities. Enzymes help cleanse the gastrointestinal system by digesting and neutralizing excess protein and fat. If consumed regularly, fruit enzymes can also help flush out the tissues, organs, and muscles by ridding them of these same excesses.

The Fluid Connection

In addition to acids and enzymes, fruits also provide a highly purified source of liquids to the body. This helps dilute acidity and build strong bones and teeth.