Strawberry
Strawberries are a low-calorie fruit whose most abundant component, after water are carbohydrates (fructose and xylitol). They provide fiber which improves the intestinal transit. In regard to other nutrients and organic compounds strawberries are a very good source of vitamin C and citric acid (which acts as a cleaning agent and an alkaline agent in urine, and strengthens the action of vitamin C), salicylic acid (anti-inflammatory and anticoagulant agents), malic acid, oxalic, potassium and in a lesser proportion contains vitamin E. This vitamin is involved in the stability of blood cells and fertility. Besides, vitamin C and vitamin E act as an antioxidant.   Same apply to flavonoids (anthocyanins), vegetable pigments which are responsible for the distinctive color of strawberries. Furthermore, vitamin C is involved in the formation of collagen, bones, teeth, red blood cells and enhances the absorption of iron from food providing resistance to infections. Folic acid is involved in the production of white and red blood cells, the synthesis of genetic material and the formation of antibodies of the immune system.



Pineapple
Present in the most slimming diets, pineapple has earned its own right, the honour to be the lightest and most digestive fruit. Its high water content makes it diuretic and low caloric (only 50 kilocalories per 100 grams, despite its sweet taste). The few carbohydrates that this fruit has are fast to absorb.  It has fiber that makes one feel full and helps to regulate intestinal transit. In short, this is an effective detoxifying agent that helps to prevent constipation and fluid retention.

Furthermore, it contains minerals such as potassium (essential for the nervous system and muscles), manganese (necessary for growth and bones and tissues development), copper (important for hemoglobin and the vascular system) and iodine (regulating thyroid gland). Among others, pineapple has a great amount of vitamin C.  It is a powerful antioxidant that fights against cellular aging and, moreover, helps us to better absorb iron.
 
In addition, pineapple contains bromelain enzyme that promotes digestion and metabolizes proteins. However, by activating gastric juices pineapple may be too hard to digest for people suffering gastroduodenal ulcers.



Papaya
After water, its main components are carbohydrates; most of them simple but in small quantities, so its caloric value is low. This fruit has potassium and is a great source of Vitamin C as well as Provitamin A.  It contains small amounts of papain enzyme which helps to digest proteins. Vitamin C is involved in the formation of collagen, bones and teeth, red blood cells and enhances the absorption of iron from food and the resistance to infections. The beta-carotene is converted into vitamin A in our body as is needed. Vitamin A is essential for sight, good skin condition, hair, mucous membranes, bones and the proper functioning of the immune system. Both vitamins also have antioxidant properties.  Papaya is a good source of fiber, which improves intestinal transit.



Passion Fruit
Water is the main component of passion fruit. It contains a high amount of carbohydrates with a high caloric value.

It is important to mention that this fruit contains Provitamin A and Vitamin C.  Regarding minerals it has potassium, phosphorus and magnesium.  The yellow Passion fruit is richer in minerals and in Provitamin A than the purple one.  It also contains a large quantity of fiber, which improves intestinal transit and reduces the risk of certain diseases and disorders.

The provitamin A or beta carotene is converted into vitamin A in our body as is needed. This vitamin is essential for sight, good skin condition, hair, mucous membranes, bones and for the proper functioning of the immune system. Vitamin C is involved in the formation of collagen, bones and teeth, red blood cells and enhances the absorption of iron from food and resistance to infections. Both vitamins also have antioxidant properties. Potassium is a mineral necessary for the generation and transmission of the nerve impulse and for normal muscle activity, responsible for the equilibrium of water inside and outside the cell. Phosphorus is involved in the formation of bones and teeth as well as in energetic metabolism. Magnesium is related to the functioning of the bowel, nerves and muscles, along with bones and teeth, improving the immunity and causing a mild laxative effect

Mango
This fruit contains a large quantity of water and carbohydrates, its two main components. It also has minerals such as iron, calcium, phosphorus and sodium. Mangoes that have not yet reached maturity are rich in vitamin C, while those ready to be eaten contain vitamin A.  Of all fruit, mango offers the highest amount of beta carotene. Both mango types have large doses of folic acid.

Thanks to its nutrients mango is a great ally for the prevention of diseases related to the skin, mucous membrane and sight. In addition, it is recommended to patients suffering from anemia or blood diseases. Its low fat and caloric content make it very popular in diet programs and hypertension regimens. Although it does not contain a high amount of fiber it regulates gastrointestinal function.



Orange
It is important to highlight the low energetic value of oranges, as a result of the
high water content and wealth of vitamin C, folic acid and minerals such as potassium, magnesium and calcium. This fruit contains substantial amounts of beta-carotene, which is responsible for the distinctive colour of the oranges, also famous for its antioxidant properties.  This fruit has malic, oxalic, tartaric and citric acid (citric acid promotes the action of vitamin C). There is a significant amount of fiber, especially in between the white pulp and the rind, which improves intestinal transit.


Vitamin C is involved in the formation of collagen, bones and teeth, red blood cells, enhancing the absorption of iron from food and the resistance to infections. Provitamin A or beta carotene is transformed into vitamin A in our body as is needed and is essential for sight, good skin condition, hair, mucous membranes, bones and the proper functioning of the immune system. Folic acid is involved in the production of white and red blood cells, the synthesis of genetic material and the formation of antibodies of the immune system. The malic and citric acids act as a cleaning and alkaline agent in urine.



Mulberry
This fruit has a low caloric value for its low content of carbohydrates. Black and red currants are especially rich in vitamin C, even more than other citric fruit.  In general, wild berries are a great source of fiber, which improves intestinal transit. They also provide potassium, iron, calcium, astringent tannins and various organic acids. However, what really characterizes this kind of fruit is its abundance of natural pigments (anthocyanins and carotenoids) of antioxidant action. This type of fruit is one of the most important sources of anthocyanins, which are responsible for the distinctive color of mulberries as well as for the flavour in combination with organic, oxalic and malic acid. Vitamin C has an antioxidant action, like anthocyanins and carotenoids. This vitamin is involved in the formation of collagen, bones and teeth, red blood cells and enhances the absorption of iron from food and the resistance to infections.



Cherimoya
Its largest component is water. This fruit contains carbohydrates, among which glucose and fructose can be highlighted.

It is low in fat and protein, but because of its high sugar content, its caloric value is high.

In relation to other nutrients, it is a good source of potassium and vitamin C.

Potassium is a mineral necessary for the generation and transmission of nerve impulse and for normal muscle activity, intervening in the equilibrium of water inside and outside the cell.

Vitamin C is involved in the formation of collagen, bones and teeth, red blood cells and enhances the absorption of iron from food and the resistance to infections. In addition it has antioxidant properties.

Its fiber content improves intestinal transit and reduces the risk of certain diseases and disorders.



Kiwifruit
Its largest component is water. It has few carbohydrates, resulting in a moderate caloric contribution.  Its content of vitamin C can be highlighted; more than twice as much as an orange. It also has B Vitamins including folic acid. In addition, this fruit is rich in minerals such as potassium, magnesium and soluble and insoluble fiber, with a powerful laxative effect. Vitamin C is involved in the formation of collagen, bones and teeth, red blood cells and enhances the absorption of iron from food and the resistance to infections. Folic acid helps in the production of red and white blood cells, in the synthesis of genetic material and the formation of antibodies of the immune system. Magnesium is related to the functioning of the bowel, nerves and muscles, along with bones and teeth, improving the immunity and causing a mild laxative effect. Potassium is a necessary mineral for the generation and transmission of nerve impulse and for normal muscle activity, responsible for the equilibrium of water inside and outside the cell.



Guava
Its largest component is water. It has a low caloric value, because of its small amount of carbohydrates and even less protein and fat. Its content of vitamin C can be highlighted; approximately seven times more than in one orange. It contains fewer amounts of B vitamins (especially B3 or niacin, which is required for the absorption of carbohydrates, fats and proteins). If the flesh is orange, it is richer in provitamin A (carotenes) and regarding minerals, it is important to mention potassium. Vitamin C is involved in the formation of collagen, bones and teeth, red blood cells and enhances the absorption of iron from food and the resistance to infections. When the fruit is very ripe it loses vitamin C. The provitamin A or beta-carotene is transformed into vitamin A in our body as is needed. This vitamin is essential for sight, good skin and hair condition, mucous membranes, bones and for proper functioning of the immune system. Both vitamins have antioxidant properties. Potassium is a necessary mineral for the generation and transmission of nerve impulse and for normal muscle activity, responsible for the equilibrium of water inside and outside the cell.  Its fiber content improves intestinal transit and reduces the risk of certain diseases and disorders.



Avocado
Fats are its main component after water, resulting in a high caloric value in relation to other fruit, but lower than in coconut, which is of a higher fat content.

It provides a low amount of carbohydrates and even lower amount of proteins.

Its fat is mostly monounsaturated, 72% of which is oleic acid, characteristic of olive oil.

It is rich in minerals such as potassium, magnesium and low in sodium.
Its content of vitamin E can be highlighted (antioxidant, intervening in the stability of blood cells and fertility) as well as its content of certain water-soluble vitamins from group B, such as B6 or pyridoxine, which assists in the proper functioning of the nervous system.



Apricot
In comparison with other fruit its energetic value is quite low, because of its high amount of water and modest contribution of carbohydrates. Important is its high amount of fiber(which improves intestinal transit), and its content of provitamin A (beta-carotene), which has an antioxidant action. Its mineral content is no less important because it is rich in elements such as potassium, and to a lesser extent, magnesium and calcium. The beta-carotene is converted into vitamin A in our body as is needed. This vitamin is essential for vision, a good state of the skin, hair, mucous membranes, bones and for the proper functioning of the immune system, in addition to having antioxidant properties.



Raspberry
It is a fruit that has a remarkable amount of fiber, which improves intestinal transit. It is a good source of vitamin C, citric acid and ellagic acid, flavonoids and folate, minerals such as potassium, magnesium and calcium. Vitamin C has an antioxidant action, like the ellagic acid and flavonoids (plant pigments). This vitamin is involved in the formation of collagen, bones and teeth, red blood cells and enhances the absorption of iron from food and the resistance to infections. Citric acid has powerful disinfectant action and the increased action of vitamin C. Folic acid is involved in the production of white and red blood cells, synthesis of genetic material and formation of antibodies of the immune system.



Apple
From the nutritious point of view the apple is one of the most complete and rich fruits in the diet. Some 85% of its composition is water, making it refreshing and moisturizing. The sugars, mostly fructose (fruit sugar) and to a lesser extent, glucose and sucrose, (rapidly assimilated in the body), are the most abundant nutrients after water. It is discrete source of vitamin E or tocopherol and provides a low amount of vitamin C. It is rich in fiber, which improves intestinal transit. In relation to mineral content potassium is the highest. Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant, as well as in the stability of red blood cells and fertility.
The extraordinary dietary properties which are attributed to this fruit are largely due to the elements it contains such as phytochemicals; flavonoids and quercetin, with antioxidant properties.



Camu Camu
The fruit camu camu has the highest recorded amount of vitamin C naturally known on the planet. Oranges provide vitamin C 500-4.000 PPM (parts per million), or ascorbic acid; camu camu provides up to 500,000 PPM, or approximately 2 grams of vitamin C per 100 grams of fruit. In comparison to oranges, camu camu provides 30 times more vitamin C, 10 times more iron, 3 times over niacin, riboflavin twice more, and 50% more phosphorus. It is also a significant source of potassium and has a full complement of minerals and amino acids that can help in the absorption of vitamin C. Compounds known as terpenes dominate this fruit.

In addition, the camu camu contains beta-carotene, calcium, leucine, protein, serine, thiamine, and valine.
Among its major properties it can be said that it is nutritional, astringent, an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, emollient, anti-viral, anti-migraine, anti-depressive and natural slimming. It contains ascorbic acid, 63 times that of lemon, beta-carotene, calcium, iron, niacin, phosphorus, protein, riblofavina and thiamine.
Like natural vitamin C it favours the formation of collagen, a protein that maintains body structure and the formation of bones, teeth, gums, blood vessels and skin. It stimulates the body's natural defences and is involved in the absorption of iron from food of plant origin.

Camu camu is used as a food supplement because it is an antioxidant that increases the body's defence system. It is also an antibacterial agent and immunostimulant. It prevents infection and scurvy (scurvy is the classic manifestation of serious inadequacy of ascorbic acid or vitamin C). It helps in the formation of teeth, bones and connective tissues, and the prevention of capillary fragility, bleeding, malformation of the bones and teeth. It helps prevent fatigue and is important in the formation of muscles, tendons and ligaments. It is also essential for the absorption of iron and prevents athletic anemia. It prevents cellular aggression due to oxidation by radicals, also prevents ocular diseases such as macular degeneration and age-related cataracts.

It is particularly important that children, pregnant or nursing women and seniors have good amounts of Vitamin C in their diets as contained in camu camu. Vitamin C aids in wound healing, colds, diabetes, cough, bronchitis, pulmonary function, intellectual efforts, physical activities and sports. It also reduces the risk of infections and is essential for the oxidation of certain amino acids (tyrosine and phenylalanine).

Peruvian Elderberry (Sauco)
The Sauco berry is one of the best fruits for the stimulation of perspiration and the purification of the blood, contributing to the elimination of waste. Furthermore it also has diuretic properties (assisting in the process of cleansing the blood to remove toxins) and anti-inflammatory properties (reducing inflammation).

Sauco contains beta-carotene (antioxidant effect), anthocyanosides (water soluble pigments with antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties), malic acid (disinfectant), traces of essential oil, vitamin C and lower amounts of vitamin A and some B vitamins such as B7 which prevents the accumulation of fat in the organs and blood vessels, and is also the substrate for the production of neurotransmitters and prevents loss of memory.


Lucuma
The lucuma is a Peruvian product originally and very beneficial. Since pre-Hispanic times, the Incas had long known its importance and included it in their diet. This is confirmed by the pottery and weavings in which they are represented. The lucuma is rich in fiber, iron, and carotene.
Few know that the lucuma is recommended against depression due to its high content of niacin, known as vitamin B3, which assists in the metabolism of proteins and in the process of energy generation. There are also studies showing that niacin helps to reduce the level of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. The carotene reduces the chances of heart attacks and increases the efficiency of the immune system.



Sweet Granadilla
Sweet Granadilla is one of the best natural laxative in the fruit world. It is highly recommended for children's diets as it contains vitamins A, C and K, phosphorus, iron and calcium.
It is a very useful diuretic for control of kidney stones and
urinary and bowel disorders, and it purifies the blood.



Soursop
The flesh of this fruit contains carbohydrates easily metabolized, a small proportion of protein, mineral salts, phosphorus, potassium, fat, vitamin B and C.
It has astringent and digestive properties. It is recommended to hypertensive, obese, cardiac and diabetic people. It is known as the fruit of digestion.
The pulp has laxative properties which help improve chronic constipation and other gastrointestinal problems.
According to the latest studies alkaloids present in the bark, leaves and seeds of this tree, were discovered to have cytotoxic effects, which can be used to treat various types of malignancies without attacking healthy cells. The alkaloids of the soursop are particularly useful in fighting cancers of the pancreas, lung and prostate. The medicinal action is in the seeds, leaves, bark, flowers and fruit of soursop.
Its mainly composed of water, minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, iron and is rich in Vitamin C and provitamin A.
In 1997 clinical studies showed that the alkaloids found in the fruit have antidepressant effects in animals.



Peach
The peach is a food rich in vitamins, is healthy and pleasant. It purifies the blood and is recommended in cases of weakness of the lung. It stimulates the stomach and digestive tracts, acting as a mild and harmless laxative. It contains vitamin C, vitamin A, carotenoids, potassium, sodium, phosphorus and B vitamin niacin. It has a low input of calories and is an excellent fruit for reduced calorie diets.