In order to keep vitamin C and carotene from being destroyed when fruits are dried, the fruits are exposed to some form of sulfur. The resulting sulfite residue in the dried fruit may cause an allergic reaction in some people, so read labels carefully if you're sensitive to sulfites. Berries Instead of Bonbons Fruit contains carbohydrates and a small amount of protein, but very little, if any, fat. Except for avocados, which have about 31 grams of fat per fruit, most fruits contain less than one gram of fat per serving. Even though fruits contain fructose, sucrose and glucose, these sugars have less than half the calories of fat.
Fruits also have no cholesterol and little or no sodium.
Bananas, oranges and other fruits also provide potassium. Many fruits provide folic acid and magnesium. Fruit adds fiber to the diet, which appears to play a role in lowering the risks of cardiovascular disease and some types of cancer. The Preferred Snack More people eat fruit during snack breaks than at any other time during the day,e specially bananas, apples and grapes. Fruits are a smart alternative to fattening, salty or sugary snacks.