How you rank fruit depends upon the reason you're eating the fruit
and your individual tastes. The four most valuable nutrients in fruits
are fiber, vitamin C, carotenoids (e.g. beta carotene), and
phytonutrients (health-building substances). Here are our rankings - an
overall "Top Ten Fruits" list and our top choices for fiber and vitamin
C.
Our top ten ranking of fruits is based upon their content of these nutrients: vitamin C, fiber, carotenoids, calcium, and folic acid. Availability, safety, and versatility also influenced these choices.
Our top ten ranking of fruits is based upon their content of these nutrients: vitamin C, fiber, carotenoids, calcium, and folic acid. Availability, safety, and versatility also influenced these choices.
- California Avocado
- Papaya
- Guava
- Cantaloupe
- Orange
- Apricots (dried, unsulfured)
- Mango
- Strawberries (organic)
- Kiwi
- Grapefruit (pink or red) Source
