Fruit-tastic Discoveries
Some nutritionists say the trick to consuming more fruit is trying more fruit. As it turns out there are four staple fruit that account for more than half of the fruit consumption among women: apples, bananas, oranges and watermelon. By limiting our fruit options, many get bored and wind up not wanting to eat fruit at all. “A more varied fruit diet will ensure that you get all the vitamins, minerals and phytonutients you need,” says Joan Salge Blake, of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
New Fruit to try in A&B If you like… Apples
Bananas
Watermelon
Oranges
Similar Nutrition
Similar Taste
Papaya – Has even more fiber and can satisfy about 20% of your daily adequate intake. Add a papaya to a salad with cucumbers, lime juice, chili powder and salt
Coco Plum – Grown in Barbuda , it is not as dense and is more tart.
Finger rolls – These miniature bananas provide a similar source of potassium. They maintain their texture better when moist and are can be used in a fruit salad,
Plantains – Described as a cross between a banana and a yam. Baked or sautéed it is a nutritious side dish.
Guava – both fruit are rich in lycopene, the red pigment that is linked to a lower risk of cancer and heart disease. Eat uncooked or in a fruit punch or smoothie.
Mammy Apples have a crisp moist consistency that resembles a watermelon. Julienned slices add a mild sweetness to watercress or spinach salad.
Star fruit – mildly sweet and slightly acidic and offers a healthy dose of vitamin C. Add to pineapple salsa to garnish chicken or fish
Yellow plums –juicy and given the miniature size you may have to eat a handful.
Papaya
Coco Plum
Guava
Mammy Apple
Finger Rolls
Star Fruit
Plantains
Yellow Plum May, 2012 - A&B BUZZ