10 Healthy Foods That Look Like the Body Parts

Different organs can work together to perform a common function, like how the parts of your digestive system break down food. We refer to an integrated unit as an organ system. Groups of organ systems work together to make complete, functional organisms, like us! There are 11 major organ systems in the human body.

The digestive system enables your body to convert food into usable nutrients through a chemical breakdown process. This occurs through a system of tube-like organs, including the esophagus, stomach, liver, pancreas, and intestines.

There are many foods that look like body parts and have a near affection as they do. We will point to some of them and also know how they can affect our body parts.

Carrot: Eye

Carrots are filled with vitamins and antioxidants, like beta-carotene, that decrease the chance of macular degeneration, the leading cause of vision loss in older people," says Sasson Moulavi, MD, medical director of Smart for Life Weight Management Centers in Boca Raton, Florida.

What are the health benefits of carrots?

Celery: Bone

Long, lean stalks of celery look just like bones, and they're good for them, too. "Celery is a great source of silicon, which is part of the molecular structure that gives bones their strength," says Dr. Moulavi.

Bananas: Mouth Smile

Everyone knows bananas are good for you - and even if you look like a monkey when you're eating one, it puts a smile on your face. But no one really knows why they're so good for you. Bananas contain a protein called "tryptophan" which is an ɑ-amino acid.

Avocado: Uterus

The shape of an avocado looks like a uterus, and it supports reproductive health as well. "Avocados are a good source of folic acid," says Elizabeth Somer, who adds “Folate has been found to reduce the risk for cervical dysplasia, which is a precancerous condition”.

Avocado Versus Celery - Calorie, Fat, Protein

Grapefruit: Breast

Grapefruits, along with other citrus fruits such as oranges and lemons, look just like the mammary glands of the female; located in female breasts, the mammary gland is responsible for lactation, or the production of milk. Citrus fruits assist the health of the breasts and the movement of lymph in and out of the breasts.

Sweet Potatoes: Pancreas

Sweet potatoes resemble the pancreas and can actually balance the glycemic index of diabetics. "Sweet potatoes are high in beta-carotene, which is a potent antioxidant that protects all tissues of the body, including the pancreas, from damage associated with cancer or aging," says Dr. Somer.

Tomato: Heart

Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamin C, biotin, molybdenum, and vitamin K. "Studies have found that because of the lycopene in tomatoes, there is a reduced risk for heart disease in men and women who eat them," says Dr. Somer.

How Tomatoes Improve Heart Health?

Ginger: Stomach

Ginger has been recognized for centuries as being the ultimate "cure" for relieving digestive problems such as nausea, loss of appetite, motion sickness, and pain.

Anyone who's ever reached for a glass of ginger ale when they've had a stomachache knows about the antinausea effects of ginger. 

Onion: Cells

Research shows that onions clear waste materials from all of the body cells. They even produce tears which wash the epithelial layers of the eyes. The phytochemicals in onions improve the working of vitamin C in the body, thus gifting you with improved immunity. They also contain chromium, which assists in regulating blood sugar.

Grapes: Alveoli

Alveoli are tiny sacs within our lungs that allow oxygen and carbon dioxide to move between the lungs and bloodstream. The lungs are made of branches of ever-smaller airways that finish up with tiny branches of tissue called alveoli. These structures allow oxygen to pass from the lungs to the bloodstream. A diet high in fresh grapes has shown to reduce the risk of lung cancer and emphysema.

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Unprocessed animal and plant foods provide the vitamins and minerals you need for optimal health. Healthful eating also means replacing foods that contain trans fats, added salt, and sugar with more nutritious options.

Written By - Mohammed Hossam

Edited By - Sravanthi Cheerladinne