FRUIT HELP!

bostongirl987

what is the best fruit to eat? i want something that is filling and delicious? i also want to know what has the least amount of sugar. help!

jesp1216

well watermelon has natural sugars that are GOOD for you :] and they are sooo yummy i think i might go get some rite now

foxyforce

berries are lower in sugar i think

pineapple does the backwards cal thing, i think, its worth lookin up

visiologist

Strawberries! High in anti-oxidants and you wouldn't believe how many it takes to equal a measly 100 calories!

MIke

Demetria

All fruit is good and the sugar in fruit is fine for you. It is the processed, added, artificial sugar put into other foods that you have to worry about.

What exactly is concerning you regarding the amount of sugar?

Demetria

PhotographerOfNature

I just cut up a mango and ate the whole thing. It was awesome!!! I wish I could have the other one, but that will be for tomorrow. I also like to cut up fresh pineapple, which I did yesterday, and then I like blueberries, strawberries, bananas, the cherries off my tree, uh, yeah, I love fruit!!! And veggies. Fruits and veggies are my favorite foods. Which, is why I don't understand why i'm fat. but I guess it's because I love carbs and pasta too! :bigsmile: :ohwell:

WINEYINVA

I just ate almost an entire pound of strawberries yum yum yum

PhotographerOfNature

loathesome: what is the backwards cal thing??? for pineapple

paulamma1

pineapple does the backwards cal thing, i think, its worth lookin up

what does this mean?

cellorocker

It means that pineapple is so low in calories that your body burns more digesting it than what's in the actual food.
They're called backwards calories, negative calories, etc.

Tigger1968

ohhh that sooooo rocks! I love me some pineapple!!! MMMM going to get a fresh one now!

courtney_love2001

I just ate a peach and I could eat my weight in grapes! Don't know the sugar content on either, but I have been eating lots of fruit and I am still losing weight consistently. I'm kind of wondering what the big fuss is lately over too much sugar...I'm losing weight, an I'm not diabetic, so is it a big deal that I'm eating a bunch of natural (fruit) sugars?

paulamma1

It means that pineapple is so low in calories that your body burns more digesting it than what's in the actual food.
They're called backwards calories, negative calories, etc.

Hmmmm, but pineapple is high in sugars (albeit natural) :huh:

me confused :ohwell:

Sebidian

Can't go wrong with a nice crispy apple, good fiber, dense so it is filling, not too sweet that you need more than you should, crunchy so it feels more satisfying. Add some peanut butter for protein to make it even better.

My second fav is frozen grapes, but gotta watch the amount.

wayneb

Backwards calories are a myth. It was proven on several shows including one on the food network. There are 70 cals in a cup of pineapple. Celery was the most commonly thought food to be backwards because there is 10calories per stalk. However even that was proven false to the backwards theory. I believe they showed it took 8 calories to eat it and it was 10 calories total leaving you with 2 calories. On general most fruits are good for you and don't be overly concerned with the sugar. It is good to balance your fruit and vegetables though. Mango is probably my favorite but hard to find good mango in the states after eating it fresh from the tree in Kenya

foxyforce

Backwards calories are a myth. It was proven on several shows including one on the food network. There are 70 cals in a cup of pineapple. Celery was the most commonly thought food to be backwards because there is 10calories per stalk. However even that was proven false to the backwards theory. I believe they showed it took 8 calories to eat it and it was 10 calories total leaving you with 2 calories. On general most fruits are good for you and don't be overly concerned with the sugar. It is good to balance your fruit and vegetables though. Mango is probably my favorite but hard to find good mango in the states after eating it fresh from the tree in Kenya

my perception of backwards cals are that while they are still cals, they help you maintain your weight...and i got this off of this site

http://www.philippineherbalmedicine.org/pineapple.htm

"Pineapple contains micro-nutrients that experts believe protects against cancer and this micro-nutrients also break up blood clots and is beneficial to the heart. The ripe pineapple has diuretic properties. It also relieves intestinal disorders and soothes the bile. Pineapple juice contains chemicals that stimulates the kidneys and aids in removing toxic elements in the body.

Pineapple contains a mixture of enzymes called bromelain.... If eaten during or after meals, the enzymes will be utilized for digesting food."

so in my expert opinion (thats a joke btw, harhar) it is even better than those cleansing diets! (due to the aide in removing toxins!)

cellorocker

It means that pineapple is so low in calories that your body burns more digesting it than what's in the actual food.
They're called backwards calories, negative calories, etc.

Hmmmm, but pineapple is high in sugars (albeit natural) :huh:

me confused :ohwell:

I didn't think it was true, I was just explaining the backwards calories.
I know that celery is a negative food...


But you can't really consider it a negative food, because your 2000 maintenance calories INCLUDE digesting your food, talking, etc.
So I would still log it.

foxyforce

It means that pineapple is so low in calories that your body burns more digesting it than what's in the actual food.
They're called backwards calories, negative calories, etc.

Hmmmm, but pineapple is high in sugars (albeit natural) :huh:

me confused :ohwell:

I didn't think it was true, I was just explaining the backwards calories.
I know that celery is a negative food...


But you can't really consider it a negative food, because your 2000 maintenance calories INCLUDE digesting your food, talking, etc.
So I would still log it.

yeah, i agree. i log everything, even non cal sweeteners cause they have other things in them

ChaChaMommy

I like all fruits too....but a friend of mine shared how she freezes grapes! They make wonderful little icey snacks that way! :flowerforyou:

Demetria

I like all fruits too....but a friend of mine shared how she freezes grapes! They make wonderful little icey snacks that way! :flowerforyou:

My 2 boys and I love our grapes frozen too! The older one likes the red ones more and I like the green ones more.

Demetria

hasiangirl

i mustve froze my grapes wrong :laugh: :laugh: because i was told about it...tried it out and couldnt eat more than half of a grape...i thought it was so ick lol....but my fav fruits are apples....I fill up on one apple for a snack and on avg has about 75 calories in it.....i dont really worry about natural sugars because as long as they arent man made i figure its good for u....i also cherries :bigsmile:

angl

Every diet that I have been on says do not eat bananas......So, I would say if you are trying to lose weight dont eat bananas. The highest sugar fruit is watermelon. Apples are the #1 fruit for all over healthy and I just heard that apples help with bad breath (if that is anyones concern).
You need to be careful with the portions if you are trying to lose weight.
angl:bigsmile:

foxyforce

Every diet that I have been on says do not eat bananas......So, I would say if you are trying to lose weight dont eat bananas. The highest sugar fruit is watermelon. Apples are the #1 fruit for all over healthy and I just heard that apples help with bad breath (if that is anyones concern).
You need to be careful with the portions if you are trying to lose weight.
angl:bigsmile:

why does it say not to eat bananas they are so damn good for you

"Bananas are the fruit of happiness and many make it their favorite fruit. Bananas are competing with apples and oranges for the title of the most eaten fruit worldwide. Even if it is rich in vitamins and minerals many avoid eating bananas because of its high caloric value.

Bananas are good for weight loss even if they have many calories. A 100 grams of banana has 100 calories. One calorie per gram. But it can help you lose weight. Being very dens eating a banana will help you get rid of the sensation of hunger fast. A banana is a fabulous healthy snack.

When buying bananas watch their colors before making the buying decision. Yellow or greenish bananas are not good to be eaten because they contain a form of starch that cannot be digested that easily. Bananas are good to be eaten when they have a few brown spots. Bananas that have brown spots are richer in vitamins and minerals.


Bananas are energy bombs. A banana contains 20% carbohydrates and lots of vitamin B, C and E. Bananas are also full of calcium and magnesium. A fabulous healthy cocktail.

Bananas help the sugar assimilation process and neutralize the effects of noxious acids that disturb your digestion. Bananas also contain serotonin, which is also known as the happiness substance. Because of the serotonin it contains bananas are a great antidepressant food.

Bananas are healthy and good regardless of your age. And the best part is that bananas come already wrapped in their own natural package that makes them clean and good to eat anywhere. Bananas are a great healthy snack between the meals. You should especially eat a banana if you are having a stressful day and you don’t really have time to eat something. Just pack a banana to work and you will be all set."
http://www.shedyourweight.com/banana_nutrition_the_health_benefits_of_bananas.html

Bananas consist mainly of sugars (glucose, fructose and sucrose) and fiber, which makes them ideal for an immediate and slightly prolonged source of energy

Reducing Depression
Bananas contain tryptophan, an aminoacid that can be converted to serotonin, leading to improved mood
Anemia
Bananas are relatively high in iron, which helps the body's hemoglobin function
Constipation and Diarrhea
Due to their content in fiber, they help restore a normal bowel function. In addition, diarrhea usually depletes your body of important electrolytes (of which the most important is potassium, contained in high amounts in bananas). They also contain pectin, a soluble fiber (hydrocolloid) that can help normalize movement through the digestive tract.
Eyesight Protection
Research published in the Archives of Ophthalmology has proven that adults consuming at least 3 servings of fruit per day have a reduced risk (by 36%) of developing age-related macular degeneration (ARMD), the primary cause of vision loss in older adults, compared to persons who consume less than 1.5 servings of fruit daily.
Healthy Bones
Bananas are an exceptionally rich source of fructooligosaccharide, a compound that nourishes probiotic (friendly) bacteria in the colon. These beneficial bacteria produce enzymes that increase our digestive ability and protect us from unhealthy bacteria infections. Thanks to fructooligosaccharides, probiotic bacteria can increase both in number and functionality, increasing our body's ability to absorb calcium.
In addition, green bananas contain indigestible short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) that are very nutrient to the cells that make up the mucosa of the stomach. These cells, when healthy, absorb calcium much more efficiently
Healthy Kidney
About 190,000 cases of kidney cancer are diagnosed each year.
Research published in the International Journal of Cancer has shown that daily consumption of whole fruits and vegetables, especially bananas, is highly protective to kidney health. The results show that, over a long timeframe (13.4 years), women eating more than 2.5 servings of fruits and vegetable per day cut their risk of kidney cancer by 40%. Among the fruits, bananas were especially protective. Women eating bananas four to six times a week halved their risk of developing the disease compared to those who did not eat this fruit. The conclusion of the study is that frequent consumption of fruits and vegetables, especially bananas, cabbage and root vegetables, may reduce risk of kidney cancer. This is because bananas and many root vegetables contain especially high amounts of antioxidant phenolic compounds, while cabbage is rich in sulfur, necessary for effective detoxification of potential carcinogens.
Blood Pressure
Bananas are extremely high in potassium (about 4673mg), yet very low in sodium (1mg), thus having a perfect ratio for preventing high blood pressure. So much so, the US Food and Drug Administration has just allowed the banana industry to make official claims for the fruit's ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure and stroke.
Heartburn
Bananas have a natural antacid effect in the body, so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating a banana for soothing relief.
Morning Sickness
Snacking on bananas between meals helps to keep blood-sugar levels up and avoid morning sickness.
Smoking
Bananas can also help people trying to give up smoking. They contain vitamins B6 and B12 they contain, as well as potassium and magnesium: these substances help the body recover from the effects of nicotine withdrawal.
Ulcers
This is the only raw fruit that can be eaten without distress in over-chronicle cases. It also helps reduce acidity and reduces irritation. Bananas stimulate the cells on the internal stomach lining to produce a thicker mucus (which protects against acid). Additionally, bananas contain protease inhibitors that help eliminate bacteria in the stomach that have been pinpointed as a primary cause of ulcers.
Nerves
Bananas are high in B vitamins that have been shows to improve nerve function
Mosquito Bites
Many people report that rubbing the inside of a banana peel on a mosquito bite is very effective in reducing itching and swelling
Stress Relief
Bananas are high in potassium, which helps normalize the hearthbeat and regulate the body's water balance. During periods of high stress, our body's potassium levels tend to be rapidly depleted: eating bananas is a healthy way to rebalance them without using drugs
Stroke Risk
According to a study in The New England Journal of Medicine, eating bananas as part of a regular diet can reduce the risk of death by strokes by as much as 40%"

http://bananasweb.com/bananas/Health+Benefits+of+Bananas

hasiangirl

Every diet that I have been on says do not eat bananas......So, I would say if you are trying to lose weight dont eat bananas. The highest sugar fruit is watermelon. Apples are the #1 fruit for all over healthy and I just heard that apples help with bad breath (if that is anyones concern).
You need to be careful with the portions if you are trying to lose weight.
angl:bigsmile:

why does it say not to eat bananas they are so damn good for you

"Bananas are the fruit of happiness and many make it their favorite fruit. Bananas are competing with apples and oranges for the title of the most eaten fruit worldwide. Even if it is rich in vitamins and minerals many avoid eating bananas because of its high caloric value.

Bananas are good for weight loss even if they have many calories. A 100 grams of banana has 100 calories. One calorie per gram. But it can help you lose weight. Being very dens eating a banana will help you get rid of the sensation of hunger fast. A banana is a fabulous healthy snack.

When buying bananas watch their colors before making the buying decision. Yellow or greenish bananas are not good to be eaten because they contain a form of starch that cannot be digested that easily. Bananas are good to be eaten when they have a few brown spots. Bananas that have brown spots are richer in vitamins and minerals.


Bananas are energy bombs. A banana contains 20% carbohydrates and lots of vitamin B, C and E. Bananas are also full of calcium and magnesium. A fabulous healthy cocktail.

Bananas help the sugar assimilation process and neutralize the effects of noxious acids that disturb your digestion. Bananas also contain serotonin, which is also known as the happiness substance. Because of the serotonin it contains bananas are a great antidepressant food.

Bananas are healthy and good regardless of your age. And the best part is that bananas come already wrapped in their own natural package that makes them clean and good to eat anywhere. Bananas are a great healthy snack between the meals. You should especially eat a banana if you are having a stressful day and you don’t really have time to eat something. Just pack a banana to work and you will be all set."
http://www.shedyourweight.com/banana_nutrition_the_health_benefits_of_bananas.html

Bananas consist mainly of sugars (glucose, fructose and sucrose) and fiber, which makes them ideal for an immediate and slightly prolonged source of energy

Reducing Depression
Bananas contain tryptophan, an aminoacid that can be converted to serotonin, leading to improved mood
Anemia
Bananas are relatively high in iron, which helps the body's hemoglobin function
Constipation and Diarrhea
Due to their content in fiber, they help restore a normal bowel function. In addition, diarrhea usually depletes your body of important electrolytes (of which the most important is potassium, contained in high amounts in bananas). They also contain pectin, a soluble fiber (hydrocolloid) that can help normalize movement through the digestive tract.
Eyesight Protection
Research published in the Archives of Ophthalmology has proven that adults consuming at least 3 servings of fruit per day have a reduced risk (by 36%) of developing age-related macular degeneration (ARMD), the primary cause of vision loss in older adults, compared to persons who consume less than 1.5 servings of fruit daily.
Healthy Bones
Bananas are an exceptionally rich source of fructooligosaccharide, a compound that nourishes probiotic (friendly) bacteria in the colon. These beneficial bacteria produce enzymes that increase our digestive ability and protect us from unhealthy bacteria infections. Thanks to fructooligosaccharides, probiotic bacteria can increase both in number and functionality, increasing our body's ability to absorb calcium.
In addition, green bananas contain indigestible short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) that are very nutrient to the cells that make up the mucosa of the stomach. These cells, when healthy, absorb calcium much more efficiently
Healthy Kidney
About 190,000 cases of kidney cancer are diagnosed each year.
Research published in the International Journal of Cancer has shown that daily consumption of whole fruits and vegetables, especially bananas, is highly protective to kidney health. The results show that, over a long timeframe (13.4 years), women eating more than 2.5 servings of fruits and vegetable per day cut their risk of kidney cancer by 40%. Among the fruits, bananas were especially protective. Women eating bananas four to six times a week halved their risk of developing the disease compared to those who did not eat this fruit. The conclusion of the study is that frequent consumption of fruits and vegetables, especially bananas, cabbage and root vegetables, may reduce risk of kidney cancer. This is because bananas and many root vegetables contain especially high amounts of antioxidant phenolic compounds, while cabbage is rich in sulfur, necessary for effective detoxification of potential carcinogens.
Blood Pressure
Bananas are extremely high in potassium (about 4673mg), yet very low in sodium (1mg), thus having a perfect ratio for preventing high blood pressure. So much so, the US Food and Drug Administration has just allowed the banana industry to make official claims for the fruit's ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure and stroke.
Heartburn
Bananas have a natural antacid effect in the body, so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating a banana for soothing relief.
Morning Sickness
Snacking on bananas between meals helps to keep blood-sugar levels up and avoid morning sickness.
Smoking
Bananas can also help people trying to give up smoking. They contain vitamins B6 and B12 they contain, as well as potassium and magnesium: these substances help the body recover from the effects of nicotine withdrawal.
Ulcers
This is the only raw fruit that can be eaten without distress in over-chronicle cases. It also helps reduce acidity and reduces irritation. Bananas stimulate the cells on the internal stomach lining to produce a thicker mucus (which protects against acid). Additionally, bananas contain protease inhibitors that help eliminate bacteria in the stomach that have been pinpointed as a primary cause of ulcers.
Nerves
Bananas are high in B vitamins that have been shows to improve nerve function
Mosquito Bites
Many people report that rubbing the inside of a banana peel on a mosquito bite is very effective in reducing itching and swelling
Stress Relief
Bananas are high in potassium, which helps normalize the hearthbeat and regulate the body's water balance. During periods of high stress, our body's potassium levels tend to be rapidly depleted: eating bananas is a healthy way to rebalance them without using drugs
Stroke Risk
According to a study in The New England Journal of Medicine, eating bananas as part of a regular diet can reduce the risk of death by strokes by as much as 40%"

http://bananasweb.com/bananas/Health+Benefits+of+Bananas

just going out on a limb hun, but do u like bananaS?:laugh: :laugh: i used to eat a banana a day an apple a day and an orange a day,,,,ANY fruit is fine to eat...as long as its done with reason IMPO with that being said this is way off topic...but anything is ok for u when done in reason.....so maybe the best way to go is to eat a mix and match of fruits a day :bigsmile: eat a banana for morning snack... apple for the afternoon snack and an orange for a late night snack...

jenninsocal

I would think all fruit is better for you than some other processed alternatives!

Personally I LOVE strawberries. Like today with my lunch I am having 7 of them (which is a lot, seriously) and it's only added up to 40 calories. You can have a lot of them!

foxyforce

Every diet that I have been on says do not eat bananas......So, I would say if you are trying to lose weight dont eat bananas. The highest sugar fruit is watermelon. Apples are the #1 fruit for all over healthy and I just heard that apples help with bad breath (if that is anyones concern).
You need to be careful with the portions if you are trying to lose weight.
angl:bigsmile:

why does it say not to eat bananas they are so damn good for you

"Bananas are the fruit of happiness and many make it their favorite fruit. Bananas are competing with apples and oranges for the title of the most eaten fruit worldwide. Even if it is rich in vitamins and minerals many avoid eating bananas because of its high caloric value.

Bananas are good for weight loss even if they have many calories. A 100 grams of banana has 100 calories. One calorie per gram. But it can help you lose weight. Being very dens eating a banana will help you get rid of the sensation of hunger fast. A banana is a fabulous healthy snack.

When buying bananas watch their colors before making the buying decision. Yellow or greenish bananas are not good to be eaten because they contain a form of starch that cannot be digested that easily. Bananas are good to be eaten when they have a few brown spots. Bananas that have brown spots are richer in vitamins and minerals.


Bananas are energy bombs. A banana contains 20% carbohydrates and lots of vitamin B, C and E. Bananas are also full of calcium and magnesium. A fabulous healthy cocktail.

Bananas help the sugar assimilation process and neutralize the effects of noxious acids that disturb your digestion. Bananas also contain serotonin, which is also known as the happiness substance. Because of the serotonin it contains bananas are a great antidepressant food.

Bananas are healthy and good regardless of your age. And the best part is that bananas come already wrapped in their own natural package that makes them clean and good to eat anywhere. Bananas are a great healthy snack between the meals. You should especially eat a banana if you are having a stressful day and you don’t really have time to eat something. Just pack a banana to work and you will be all set."
http://www.shedyourweight.com/banana_nutrition_the_health_benefits_of_bananas.html

Bananas consist mainly of sugars (glucose, fructose and sucrose) and fiber, which makes them ideal for an immediate and slightly prolonged source of energy

Reducing Depression
Bananas contain tryptophan, an aminoacid that can be converted to serotonin, leading to improved mood
Anemia
Bananas are relatively high in iron, which helps the body's hemoglobin function
Constipation and Diarrhea
Due to their content in fiber, they help restore a normal bowel function. In addition, diarrhea usually depletes your body of important electrolytes (of which the most important is potassium, contained in high amounts in bananas). They also contain pectin, a soluble fiber (hydrocolloid) that can help normalize movement through the digestive tract.
Eyesight Protection
Research published in the Archives of Ophthalmology has proven that adults consuming at least 3 servings of fruit per day have a reduced risk (by 36%) of developing age-related macular degeneration (ARMD), the primary cause of vision loss in older adults, compared to persons who consume less than 1.5 servings of fruit daily.
Healthy Bones
Bananas are an exceptionally rich source of fructooligosaccharide, a compound that nourishes probiotic (friendly) bacteria in the colon. These beneficial bacteria produce enzymes that increase our digestive ability and protect us from unhealthy bacteria infections. Thanks to fructooligosaccharides, probiotic bacteria can increase both in number and functionality, increasing our body's ability to absorb calcium.
In addition, green bananas contain indigestible short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) that are very nutrient to the cells that make up the mucosa of the stomach. These cells, when healthy, absorb calcium much more efficiently
Healthy Kidney
About 190,000 cases of kidney cancer are diagnosed each year.
Research published in the International Journal of Cancer has shown that daily consumption of whole fruits and vegetables, especially bananas, is highly protective to kidney health. The results show that, over a long timeframe (13.4 years), women eating more than 2.5 servings of fruits and vegetable per day cut their risk of kidney cancer by 40%. Among the fruits, bananas were especially protective. Women eating bananas four to six times a week halved their risk of developing the disease compared to those who did not eat this fruit. The conclusion of the study is that frequent consumption of fruits and vegetables, especially bananas, cabbage and root vegetables, may reduce risk of kidney cancer. This is because bananas and many root vegetables contain especially high amounts of antioxidant phenolic compounds, while cabbage is rich in sulfur, necessary for effective detoxification of potential carcinogens.
Blood Pressure
Bananas are extremely high in potassium (about 4673mg), yet very low in sodium (1mg), thus having a perfect ratio for preventing high blood pressure. So much so, the US Food and Drug Administration has just allowed the banana industry to make official claims for the fruit's ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure and stroke.
Heartburn
Bananas have a natural antacid effect in the body, so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating a banana for soothing relief.
Morning Sickness
Snacking on bananas between meals helps to keep blood-sugar levels up and avoid morning sickness.
Smoking
Bananas can also help people trying to give up smoking. They contain vitamins B6 and B12 they contain, as well as potassium and magnesium: these substances help the body recover from the effects of nicotine withdrawal.
Ulcers
This is the only raw fruit that can be eaten without distress in over-chronicle cases. It also helps reduce acidity and reduces irritation. Bananas stimulate the cells on the internal stomach lining to produce a thicker mucus (which protects against acid). Additionally, bananas contain protease inhibitors that help eliminate bacteria in the stomach that have been pinpointed as a primary cause of ulcers.
Nerves
Bananas are high in B vitamins that have been shows to improve nerve function
Mosquito Bites
Many people report that rubbing the inside of a banana peel on a mosquito bite is very effective in reducing itching and swelling
Stress Relief
Bananas are high in potassium, which helps normalize the hearthbeat and regulate the body's water balance. During periods of high stress, our body's potassium levels tend to be rapidly depleted: eating bananas is a healthy way to rebalance them without using drugs
Stroke Risk
According to a study in The New England Journal of Medicine, eating bananas as part of a regular diet can reduce the risk of death by strokes by as much as 40%"

http://bananasweb.com/bananas/Health+Benefits+of+Bananas

just going out on a limb hun, but do u like bananaS?:laugh: :laugh: i used to eat a banana a day an apple a day and an orange a day,,,,ANY fruit is fine to eat...as long as its done with reason IMPO with that being said this is way off topic...but anything is ok for u when done in reason.....so maybe the best way to go is to eat a mix and match of fruits a day :bigsmile: eat a banana for morning snack... apple for the afternoon snack and an orange for a late night snack...

i do love them, i had life and fiber one cereals mixed with blueberries for breakfast, and then after i was finished i saw bananas sitting in the hanging fruit basket totally out of my view and i was like DAMN IT!!!

FireMonkey

http://www.thefruitpages.com/contents.shtml

Here you can find nutritional information on different kinds of fruit.

diggcm

I really like grapefruit, I kind of forgot about them until recently. And I like berries too.

In reading the previous posts about bananas, it was interesting the peel is used for mosquito bites (I've always heard if you eat a banana, mosquitos are attracted to you), no idea if that's actually true. I still eat bananas, lots of potassium.

July24Lioness

Eating too much fruit can be bad for your health:

Eating Too Much Fruit Can Be Bad For Your Health
By Dr. Ben Kim on July 31, 2004 Health Warnings Healthy Eating Resources
Many of us have come to believe that eating healthier means eating lots of fruits and vegetables. While fruits and vegetables are much better for you than refined foods like cookies and chips, my experiences and research have led me to believe that too much fruit can be harmful to your health.

A lot of the fruit that is grown today is much higher in sugar than they would be in a natural environment. Have you ever tasted a wild blueberry? How about a wild apple? On their own, they are delicious, but you may be surprised to discover that they aren't nearly as sweet as modern day varieties. Over thousands of years, humans have been able to make fruits larger and sweeter than their wild predecessors through hybridization.

But sugar from fruit is natural, so you should be able to eat as much as you want, right? This question is best asked of fruitarians - people who eat nothing but raw fruits. It is not uncommon for a strict fruitarian to eat five bananas and five dates for breakfast, one large canteloupe for lunch, and five large peaches for dinner.

Some fruitarians take a more balanced approach and eat lots of less sweet, seed-bearing fruits like tomatoes and zuchinni. They also eat plenty of greens like romaine lettuce.

Regardless of which approach is taken, I have not met a single strict fruitarian of more than two years who didn't have significant health challenges. The most common challenges are dental decay, osteoporosis, wasting of muscle tissue, inability to maintain a healthy weight, chronic fatigue, skin problems, thinning hair, weakening nails, and excessive irritability.

Some of these problems are the result of nutritional deficiencies. The most common deficiencies that I know of in this population are vitamins B12, A*, D, zinc, and certain essential fatty acids.

Another problem with a high fruit diet is that it can lead to problems involving the hormones that regulate your blood sugar; insulin, glucagon, and growth hormone. A chronic imbalance of these hormones is a sure way to develop cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

The encouraging news is that when you eat fruits in moderation, they can contribute to excellent overall health and fitness. Here is a list of some of my favorite, healthy fruits:

1. Berries - Be sure that they are wild or organic, as commercially grown berries are heavily coated with pesticides. Berries tend to put less stress on your blood sugar - regulating mechanisms than other fruits, and provide loads of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals which protect you against disease. Frozen wild blueberries are available year-round in almost any grocery store.

2. Avocado - An excellent source of raw fat, which is essential for healing and maintenance of health. Avocados are also an excellent source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The fatty acids found in avocados provide excellent fuel for energy. A good avocado has a rich, creamy texture and a rich green color towards the outer part of its flesh.

3. Figs - If you haven't tried a fresh black or green fig, you are missing out on one of the most minerally dense fruits there is. Fresh figs are superior to dried figs, as the drying process creates an unhealthy concentration of the natural sugars in figs. If you are going to eat dried figs, strive to eat only a few per day. Figs are particularly high in potassium, calcium, and iron.

4. Pomegranates - If you could choose only one fruit to get into your blood and provide super protection against free radical damage and chronic disease, pomegranates would be a great choice. By weight, they have one of the highest concentrations of antioxidants among all fruits.

5. Apples - Like all of the fruits listed above, apples are high in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. From a practical viewpoint, apples are one of the most affordable healthy fruits to eat on a regular basis.

If you want to eat super sweet fruits like bananas, grapes, and ripe persimmons, you may want to eat them with some dark green lettuce, celery sticks, and avocado, as the mineral density in these green foods will help to dampen the unhealthy effect that super sweet fruits have on your insulin levels.

I recommend staying away from fruit juices most of the time, as their concentrated sugars contribute to health problems related to too much insulin production.

* While it is true that vitamin A can be made from beta carotene, which is found in lots of fruits and vegetables, many people are unable to make enough vitamin A for their daily needs from beta carotene alone. Effective conversion of beta carotene to vitamin A depends on a number of factors, like a healthy gall bladder, sufficient dietary fat, and a healthy thyroid gland. Sufficient intake and absorption of vitamin A is essential to a number of processes, including building and maintaining healthy mucosal linings throughout your body, enhancing your immune system, and supporting your vision.

mcohan

I just ate a peach and I could eat my weight in grapes! Don't know the sugar content on either, but I have been eating lots of fruit and I am still losing weight consistently. I'm kind of wondering what the big fuss is lately over too much sugar...I'm losing weight, an I'm not diabetic, so is it a big deal that I'm eating a bunch of natural (fruit) sugars?

i agree! i think people should be more concerned with the processed (junk food) sugars. having a bunch of fruit a day instead of a peice of cake is definitely not the way people get fat!

foxyforce

Eating too much fruit can be bad for your health:

Eating Too Much Fruit Can Be Bad For Your Health
By Dr. Ben Kim on July 31, 2004 Health Warnings Healthy Eating Resources
Many of us have come to believe that eating healthier means eating lots of fruits and vegetables. While fruits and vegetables are much better for you than refined foods like cookies and chips, my experiences and research have led me to believe that too much fruit can be harmful to your health.

A lot of the fruit that is grown today is much higher in sugar than they would be in a natural environment. Have you ever tasted a wild blueberry? How about a wild apple? On their own, they are delicious, but you may be surprised to discover that they aren't nearly as sweet as modern day varieties. Over thousands of years, humans have been able to make fruits larger and sweeter than their wild predecessors through hybridization.

But sugar from fruit is natural, so you should be able to eat as much as you want, right? This question is best asked of fruitarians - people who eat nothing but raw fruits. It is not uncommon for a strict fruitarian to eat five bananas and five dates for breakfast, one large canteloupe for lunch, and five large peaches for dinner.

Some fruitarians take a more balanced approach and eat lots of less sweet, seed-bearing fruits like tomatoes and zuchinni. They also eat plenty of greens like romaine lettuce.

Regardless of which approach is taken, I have not met a single strict fruitarian of more than two years who didn't have significant health challenges. The most common challenges are dental decay, osteoporosis, wasting of muscle tissue, inability to maintain a healthy weight, chronic fatigue, skin problems, thinning hair, weakening nails, and excessive irritability.

Some of these problems are the result of nutritional deficiencies. The most common deficiencies that I know of in this population are vitamins B12, A*, D, zinc, and certain essential fatty acids.

Another problem with a high fruit diet is that it can lead to problems involving the hormones that regulate your blood sugar; insulin, glucagon, and growth hormone. A chronic imbalance of these hormones is a sure way to develop cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

The encouraging news is that when you eat fruits in moderation, they can contribute to excellent overall health and fitness. Here is a list of some of my favorite, healthy fruits:

1. Berries - Be sure that they are wild or organic, as commercially grown berries are heavily coated with pesticides. Berries tend to put less stress on your blood sugar - regulating mechanisms than other fruits, and provide loads of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals which protect you against disease. Frozen wild blueberries are available year-round in almost any grocery store.

2. Avocado - An excellent source of raw fat, which is essential for healing and maintenance of health. Avocados are also an excellent source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The fatty acids found in avocados provide excellent fuel for energy. A good avocado has a rich, creamy texture and a rich green color towards the outer part of its flesh.

3. Figs - If you haven't tried a fresh black or green fig, you are missing out on one of the most minerally dense fruits there is. Fresh figs are superior to dried figs, as the drying process creates an unhealthy concentration of the natural sugars in figs. If you are going to eat dried figs, strive to eat only a few per day. Figs are particularly high in potassium, calcium, and iron.

4. Pomegranates - If you could choose only one fruit to get into your blood and provide super protection against free radical damage and chronic disease, pomegranates would be a great choice. By weight, they have one of the highest concentrations of antioxidants among all fruits.

5. Apples - Like all of the fruits listed above, apples are high in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. From a practical viewpoint, apples are one of the most affordable healthy fruits to eat on a regular basis.

If you want to eat super sweet fruits like bananas, grapes, and ripe persimmons, you may want to eat them with some dark green lettuce, celery sticks, and avocado, as the mineral density in these green foods will help to dampen the unhealthy effect that super sweet fruits have on your insulin levels.

I recommend staying away from fruit juices most of the time, as their concentrated sugars contribute to health problems related to too much insulin production.

* While it is true that vitamin A can be made from beta carotene, which is found in lots of fruits and vegetables, many people are unable to make enough vitamin A for their daily needs from beta carotene alone. Effective conversion of beta carotene to vitamin A depends on a number of factors, like a healthy gall bladder, sufficient dietary fat, and a healthy thyroid gland. Sufficient intake and absorption of vitamin A is essential to a number of processes, including building and maintaining healthy mucosal linings throughout your body, enhancing your immune system, and supporting your vision.

that is the same thing as eating too much meat, or too much dairy, or too much anything. life should be lived in moderation.

"Too much red meat will kill you – study
NBR Staff | Tuesday March 24 2009 - 02:43pm
Those of us who eat more red meat and processed meat face a greater risk of death by heart disease and cancer, according to a new study.

Said to be the largest study to date, more than half a million American men and women between the ages of 50 and 71 participated for ten years from 1995, with the results published this week in the Archives of Internal Medicine.

During the follow-up period 47,976 men and 23,276 women died.

Red meat was defined as beef, pork, bacon, ham, hamburger, hot dogs, liver, pork sausage, steak, and meats in foods such as pizza, stews, and lasagna.

White meat included turkey, fish, chicken, and chicken mixtures.

Processed meat was white or red meat that was cured, dried, or smoked, such as bacon, chicken sausage, lunch meats, and cold cuts.

Lead study author Rashmi Sinha from the US National Cancer Institute called the increased risk modest, but said the findings support the advice of health groups to limit red and processed meat intake to decrease cancer risk.

However, the author of an accompanying editorial describes the risks found in the study as more than "modest."

Those who ate the most red meat consumed about 130 grams a day - the equivalent of a small steak or a quarter-pound hamburger.

Men who ate the daily equivalent of a quarter-pounder hamburger over 10 years had a 22% higher risk of dying of cancer and a 27% higher risk of dying of heart disease compared to those who ate the least red meat, around 150 grams per week.

Women who ate large amounts of red meat had a 20% higher chance of dying of cancer and a 50% higher chance of dying from heart disease than the women who ate less.

Interestingly, for processed meats, the increased risks for large quantities were slightly lower overall than for red meat, while people whose diets contained more white meat like chicken and fish had lower risks of overall and cancer death.

Ms Sinha says that 11% of all deaths in men and 16% of deaths in women could have been prevented if participants cut their red meat consumption to that eaten by the lowest intake group, and heart disease deaths could have been decreased by 11% in men and 21% in women by limiting red meat intake to the amount eaten by the lowest intake group."
source: http://www.nbr.co.nz/article/too-much-red-meat-will-kill-you-study-90376