Fruit is often considered a healthy snack, and for good reason. So many varieties of fruit offer a range of all-natural vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants, so you can benefit from fruit’s nutritional content and its deliciousness.
So, which fruits are the healthiest to eat? We asked doctors, dietitians, and health experts to weigh in on the healthiest fruits to eat in all colors of the rainbow. Here’s what to stock up on for snack time and beyond.
1. Avocados
“Avocados are continuing to grow in popularity and are seen in everything from smoothies to freeze-dried snack avocados,” says registered dietitian nutritionist Amy Gorin. Americans have now upped our avocado consumption to nearly 8 and a half pounds per person per year!
“I love to recommend these for heart health since eating potassium-rich foods such as avocado can help decrease the effects of sodium.” Avocados can be sliced, spread, or smashed on toast but are also a great add-in to creamy smoothies, salad dressings, and more.
“Along with being delicious, avocados are packed with healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants,” adds registered dietitian nutritionist Mackenzie Burgess.
“Research has shown avocados can help support a healthy heart and immune system.”
2. Blueberries
Blueberries are easy to snack on and so healthy to eat. “A one-cup serving of blueberries provides four grams of beneficial fiber, alongside essential nutrients like manganese, vitamin C, and vitamin K, as well as anthocyanins—a type of phytonutrient,” says Burgess.
“There’s some pretty exciting research with blueberries, too. A new study published in Food & Function found that enjoying the equivalent of one cup of fresh blueberries a day may improve endothelial function. This helps keep our blood vessels running smoothly, and, therefore, important for overall heart health.”
3. Apples
Don’t underestimate the humble apple! “Apples are high in fiber and beneficial polyphenols, which research shows may help lower cholesterol and support a healthy heart.
I like to also give my brain a boost by keeping [natural] applesauce in the pantry,” says Burgess. “These portable pouches are filled with all the nutrients of a whole apple, alongside added brain-supporting nutrients like omega-3s (DHA and EPA) and choline.”Get The Full, Articles. .
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