Carbs from fruit count, just like carbs from veggies count. There really aren't many other sources of carbs when following paleo or primal way of eating (except maybe a little dairy?)

Because I'm trying to lose fat, I limit my fruit intake. Most days I don't have any, but occasionally I'll have some (like the awesome strawberries that having been in my CSA box this summer!).

The folks above are right. It's hard to eat too many fruits if you are trying to lose fat in addition to eating healthy. It's been suggested to me to eat a fruit on days I exercise since I'll get an extra allotment of calories.

yes - you have to count it if you are looking to play with your macros...

I found for myself if I am looking for any type of weight loss the calories aren't the issue - but rather the sugar and carbs are the issue. I.E. I can eat the same calorie range - but if I keep my carbs to under 80/day I will see some weight loss.

When I do my periods of strict - I cut most fruit out - stick to things like lower sugar/carb berries or a small (and I do mean small apple - and only one serving a day and stay away from the higher sugar/carb fruits (banana's are one of the highest) and veggies (sweet potato - which is a staple in a lot of the yummy paleo recipes is high in sugar/carb)

If you look ar a Paleo sort of eating plan - fruit is very very little vs things like green veggies, protien and fat sources

It depends on whether you are trying to lose or maintain. Mark's Daily Apple recommends eating 50-100g/day carb for weight loss. So if your fruit/veg fit into that, you're cool. 100-150g/day for maintenance.

I usually eat 1-2 servings of fruit a day, usually berries, an apple, or grapefruit. Carrots and of course squashes which are everywhere right now are pretty high too. I don't stress out about it too much, but I'm several months into the diet. I think it's good to watch your fruit intake in the beginning if you do want weight loss. Or, sometimes you're feeding a sugar craving with fruit, which doesn't help to address the craving.

If you are going to eat fruits, stick to fruits with low sugar and high antioxidants like berries. Fruits like apples and nectarines are tolerable. Avoid fruits that are high-sugar or high-starches like bananas or pineapples. This is if you are dieting. If you aren't, then you can relax the rules, of course.

Yes you count the sugar/carbs in fruit. Fructose is still sugar! The key is that any nutrients you're getting from fruit you can also get from vegetables without all that added sugar. Vegetables often times have more vitamins/minerals than fruit too. For example, bell peppers, kale, broccoli, cauliflower, and brussels sprouts all have more Vitamin C than an orange. I try to limit myself to 1 serving of fruit a day and I stick with lower sugar fruits like berries.

Yes, the carbs from fruit must be counted. I am under 40g of carbs every day, but I have 15g each of strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and blueberries, but they are all part of my carb allowance per day. Banana's, grapes and melons I never touch, and apart from my daily berries, can't remember the last time I ate any other fruit. I am a T2 diabetic so am extra strict, but berries are fine for me, and my daily treat, I have them with full fat Greek yogurt, flax and chia seeds, and it's the meal I look forward to most.