Sharing a platter of fresh fruit is one of the best ways to end any meal. Especially since fruit offers so many health benefits, including these:
Fruits are important sources of many nutrients, including potassium, dietary fiber, vitamin C, and folate (folic acid). A diet high in fruits and vegetables is linked to lower levels of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and weight, as well as other healthy benefits.
You can get 20% of your recommended daily fiber by eating a single apple.
An average banana has virtually no fat.
Berries are packed with antioxidants, which some researchers believe have the potential to prevent or delay diseases such as heart disease and can-cer. They also offer fiber and vitamins C and E.
Red and purple grapes provide a number of heart-healthy benefits, includ-ing reducing LDL cholesterol and helping maintain a healthy blood pres-sure.
