Fruit is one of the oldest food. Many references of fruit are there in ancient literature. They contain substantial amount of nutrients.

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4. • The organic acids of salts in fruit produce alkaline carbonates. It
promotes intestinal elimination, remove toxic wastes from body.
• Carbohydrates of fruits are primarily in form of sugar, dextrin and acids
which is easily absorbable in the body. Hence, they are useful for sick and
worthless for quick energy and heat.
• Fruits provide minerals in the body. Dried fruits such as apricots, raisins,
dates are rich in calcium and iron. Some fruits like custard apple make
calcium up to 800 mg per fruit which is sufficient to meet mineral
requirement of the body.

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6.  • The fibrous matter- cellulose aids in smooth passage of food in
the digestive tract and enables easy bowel movements. The sugars
and organic acids increase the laxative effect of fruits, hence
regular use of fruit cures constipation.
 • Fruits exert a tonic effect in the body because of its dependable
sources of vitamins. Guavas, custard apple and citrus fruits like
lemons, oranges, and amla are rich source of vitamin C. these are
usually eaten as raw and fresh, thus making the vitamins available
to the body. Several fruits contain good amount of carotene which
gets converted into vitamin A in the body.
 • Fruits are best eaten as raw and in ripe state. When cooked, they
lose portions of nutrient salts and carbohydrates. They are most
beneficial when taken as a separate meal in the morning as
breakfast.

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9. Moreover certain fruits can combat specific aliments. It has
been found that fruit sugars, calcium, iron, vitamin A, B-
complex and C control the gradation of heart energy. The
phosphorus, glutamic acid, vitamin A and B –complex exert
protective and tonic effects on the nerves. Hence, the
regular use of these fruits (apple, date, and mango) in the
diet will sharpen memory and prevent nervous exhaustion,
mental stress, hysteria, insomnia.

10.  All berries are rich in iron, phosphorous, sodium
and it is beneficial for body building and nerve
strengthening. The soothing qualities of pineapple
and pomegranates are helpful in catarrh, high fever,
in other chronic nasal and bronchial aliments.
 A generous intake of fruits in the diet will enable a
person to lead a healthy life. Fruits prevent all
diseases, keep person smart, energetic and active
throughout the life.