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Guess what Fatau Dauda eats to play well

Fatau Dauda
Fatau Dauda
Drinking watermelon juice before an intense workout helps reduce next-day muscle soreness.
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Ghanaian player, Fatau Dauda has shared with us the secret behind his impressive football skills on the pitch.

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The Goalkeeper who plays for Enyimba International F.C. in the Nigeria Premier League has shared a photo of him holding a bowl of fruits captioned, "TRAIN WELL EAT WELL REST WELL AND PLAY WELL”.

    1. Bone strength

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    Pineapple may help you keep standing tall and strong. The fruit contains nearly 75 percent of the daily-recommended value of the mineral manganese, which is essential in developing strong bones and connective tissue, according to the Linus Pauling Institute.

    2. Eye Health

    Pineapples can help reduce the risk of macular degeneration, a disease that affects the eyes as people age, due in part to its high amount of vitamin C and the antioxidants it contains

    3. Common cold and sinus inflammation

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    In addition to having lots of vitamin C, pineapple’s bromelain may help reduce mucus in the throat and nose, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center.

      1. Skin and hair benefits

      Vitamin A is stellar for your skin, and just a cup of watermelon contains nearly one-quarter of your recommended daily intake of it. Vitamin A helps keep skin and hair moisturized, and it also encourages healthy growth of new collagen and elastin cells, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

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      2. Cancer prevention

      Like other fruits and vegetables, watermelons may be helpful in reducing the risk of cancer through their antioxidant properties.

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