Nutrients In Fruit

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Most fruits are naturally low in fat, sodium, calories, and do not contain cholesterol!

Fruits are excellent sources of many essential nutrients that are often underconsumed, including potassium, dietary fiber, vitamin C, and folate (folic acid). ~Diets rich in potassium may help to maintain healthy blood pressure. Fruit sources of potassium include bananas, prunes and prune juice, dried peaches and apricots, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, and orange juice. ~Dietary fiber from fruits, as part of an overall healthy diet, helps reduce blood cholesterol levels and may lower risk of heart disease. Fiber is important for proper bowel function. It helps reduce constipation and diverticulosis. Fiber-containing foods such as fruits help provide a feeling of fullness with fewer calories. ~Vitamin C is important for growth and repair of all body tissues, helps heal cuts and wounds, and keeps teeth and gums healthy. ~Folate (folic acid) helps the body form red blood cells.

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