Food Nutrition in Fruit
Fruit is a low-calorie, low-fat
source of nutrition including vitamins and minerals, as well as certain
phytochemicals which nutritionists believe help to combat serious disease
like some cancers. All fruit is a nutritious part of any healthy diet,
especially for those people who wish to lose weight. Dried fruit is higher
in calories and should be eaten in moderation.
Energy in Fruits And Dried
Fruit
The calorie content of fruit
varies considerably according to the type of fruit. As a very rough guide,
one medium sized fruit contains 70-120 calories, while one cup of blackberries
contains about 75 calories. Dried fruit has a higher energy content. One
cup of raisins contains about 500 calories.
Nutrients in Fruits And
Dried Fruit
All fruit is low in fat and
protein, with the exception of avocados, and contains mostly water, dietary
fiber and fruit sugar carbs.
Vitamins in Fruits And Dried
Fruit
Many fruits are good sources
of Vitamin C, especially citrus fruits and berries. They may also contain
small amounts of B Vitamins and Vitamin A.
Minerals in Fruits And Dried
Fruit
Mineral content varies considerably
according to the type of fruit. Many fruits contain potassium, magnesium,
calcium and phosphorus, but not in large amounts due to the high water
content. Dried fruit contains much higher levels of potassium and phosphorus
as well as some iron.
Glycemic Index (GI) Value
For Fruits And Dried Fruit
Due to its high fiber content
most fruit has a low GI, although there are exceptions like cantaloupe
and water melon that have a high GI value.
Most Nutritious Types of
Fruits And Dried Fruit
Berries and citrus fruit
are especially nutritious. Their nutritional value includes bioflavonoids,
a potent phytochemical associated with a lower risk of cancer, heart disease,
urinary tract infections (eg. cystitis) and hypertension. Nutrition in Types of Fruit
Acerola
Apples, Nutrition
Calories in an Apple
Apples
Canned Apples
Apples without Skin
Custard Apple
Apricots
Balsam Pear
Balsam Pear Pods
Banana
Bananas, Nutrition
Bananas
Blackberries, Canned
Blackberries, Frozen
Blackberries, Raw
Blackcurrants
Blueberries
Blueberries, Canned
Boysenberries, Canned
Boysenberries, Frozen
Breadfruit
Cantaloupe Melon
Carambola
Carissa
Casaba Melon
Cherimoya
Cherries, Ground
Cherries, Red
Crabapples
Cranberries
Cranberry Beans, Raw
Cranberry Beans, Canned
Dates
Dried Acorns
Dried Apples
Dried Apricots
Dried Banana Chips
Dried Bananas
Dried Cranberries
Dried Figs
Dried Peaches
Dried Pears
Dried Persimmons
Raisins, Golden
Elderberries
Figs
Fruit Cocktail
Fruit Salad
Gooseberries
Granadilla
Grapefruit, Nutrition
Grapefruit
Grapefruit, Florida
Grapes, Nutrition
Grapes
Grapes, Canned
Guavas
Honeydew Melon
Jackfruit
Kiwi Fruit
Lemons
Litchis
Loganberries
Longans
Mangos
Mangosteen
Melon Balls
Mulberries
Nectarines
Orange
Oranges
Oranges, Florida
Papayas
Peaches
Pears
Pineapple
Plums
Prickly Pears
Prunes
Pumpkin
Raspberries
Raspberries, Frozen
Redcurrants
Rhubarb
Strawberries, Nutrition
Strawberries
Tangerines
Watermelon, Nutrition
Watermelon
Weight Control, Exercise
and Nutrition
Some people who want to lose
weight make the mistake of focusing exclusively on calorie-intake and
counting calories. Although keeping track of energy intake is vital, energy
expenditure is also important. So too is diet nutrition, because when
we maintain a healthy body and metabolism, we burn calories faster. In
short, if you want to lose weight, make sure you eat a healthy diet in
order to obtain all your necessary nutrients.
More Information About
Calories and Energy Expenditure
Calorie Burning Exercise Advice
Calories Burned By Exercise
Calories in Foods
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