At fruits are foods rich in nutrients and substances that contribute to health.
Considered as a natural source of various medicinal properties, fruits become an excellent option for the body.
Each fruit has characteristics that act to prevent disease and maintain health.
Fruit List
Check out a 50 fruit list and its characteristics and health benefits.
1. Avocado (american persea)
Originally from Central America, avocado has vitamins A, B, C, D, E, proteins, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron and potassium. Brazil is probably the only place in the world that consumes it as a dessert, using sugar and milk. In other countries it is used as a food seasoned with salt and oil.
2. Pineapple (pineapple comosus)
Originally found throughout tropical South America, pineapple is rich in vitamin C and contributes to immune system function. It also helps with weight loss and muscle pain relief.
3. Açaí (Euterpe oleracea)
One of the best known Brazilian fruits in the world and typical of the Amazon. Açaí is a highly energetic food, rich in calcium, mineral salts, phosphorus and iron. It can be consumed from the preparation of your wine or juice and also associated with granola, honey and other fruits, or in savory dishes.
4. Acerola (malpighia emarginata)
Originating in Central America, acerola is a source of vitamin C and helps fight respiratory diseases. It is consumed natural or as juice, sweets, jellies and ice cream.
5. Blackberry (morus alba)
Blackberry is a fruit rich in vitamins A, C and K and has anti-inflammatory properties. It helps to fight anemia and aging. Its consumption can be in natura or used in the preparation of desserts or juices.
6. Araticum (Annona coriacea)
Araticum is a typical fruit from the Brazilian Cerrado. It has iron, potassium, calcium, vitamins C, A, B1 and B2 and has an average weight of 2 kg. Araticum also has antioxidants that help prevent degenerative diseases. It has a strong aroma, sweet and yellowish flesh, and is consumed fresh or in the form of sweets, juices, yogurt, jellies and ice cream.
7. Bacaba (Oenocarpus bacaba)
Native to the Amazon, this fruit is used to prepare wine that can be consumed with cassava flour and sugar. Bacaba oil is also widely used on the skin, especially because it acts in a nourishing and revitalizing way. It is a fruit rich in proteins and carbohydrates, being recommended for athletes.
8. Banana (Musa sp.)
Rich in minerals and vitamins that help the immune system, banana they can be eaten fresh, cooked, fried, roasted or dehydrated. Important to remember that there is a wide variety of bananas in the world, in Brazil the best known are: dwarf, gold, apple, silver and earth.
9. Tootles (Rollinia mucous)
Typical of the Amazon, the biriba is a fruit with a smooth and sweet flavor, being widely consumed in its natural state. It is also used to prepare juices and ice cream. The consumption of biriba helps in intestinal functioning and strengthens the immune system. It is rich in vitamin C and potassium, in addition to having proteins, lipids, fibers and mineral salts.
10. Cocoa (theobroma cacao)
Of Brazilian origin, from the Amazon region, cocoa is the raw material for chocolate. This fruit is rich in fiber and minerals such as iron, phosphorus and calcium. It can also be consumed as a juice.
11. Caja (Spondias mombin)
Cajá is a fruit rich in mineral salts. With a bittersweet flavor and a juicy pulp, it helps with mental fatigue, stress, insomnia and sore throat. It is rich in fiber that helps the bowel function, vitamins C and minerals that strengthen bones.
12. Persimmon (diospyros kaki)
Originally from China, persimmon has vitamins A, B1, B2 and E, in addition to calcium, iron and proteins. This fruit looks very similar to a tomato. It can be consumed fresh, or in preparations for desserts, jellies and ice cream.
13. Star fruit (Averrhoa carambola)
Originally from Southeast Asia, carambola contains vitamins A, B and C. It assists the immune system in defending the body and helps reduce blood glucose. It has a bittersweet flavor and can be used in sweet preparations and in the composition of salads.
14. Cherry (Prunus avium)
Originating in Asia, cherry is a fruit rich in vitamins A, B and C, calcium, phosphorus, iron and vitamins. It helps to reduce rheumatism, gout, arthritis and muscle pain. Its consumption can be in natura or in the preparation of compounds.
15. Cider (citrus doctor)
The cider resembles a giant lemon without regular shape and can weigh up to 5 kg. It has vitamins A, B1, B2, B5 and C, in addition to iron, phosphorus and calcium. It is a fruit that contains a high concentration of citric acid. It is widely used for sweet jams.
16. Coconut (Cocos nucifera L.)
Coconut is a fruit rich in good fats, minerals and fiber. Its pulp is white and the inside is watery. It can be eaten when green or ripe. Coconut has two edible parts, the fruit and the water. When the coconut is green, its pulp has a soft consistency, being consumed with a spoon. When it is ripe (dry) it is possible to consume it in pieces or use it to extract milk and oil.
17. Cupuacu (Theobroma grandiflorum)
Typical of the Amazon, its most common use is in the form of creams, ice creams and juices. From its seeds it is possible to manufacture chocolate and sweets. The consumption of cupuaçu is indicated as an energy source. It has fatty acids that help reduce cholesterol, in addition to vitamin A and C, vitamins B1, B2 and B3, fiber and mineral salts such as calcium, phosphorus and selenium.
18. Fig (Ficus carica L.)
The fig is a fruit that has a high content of sugar, potassium, calcium and phosphorus. Rich in fiber, it helps reduce blood cholesterol. It also fights respiratory infections and inflammation due to its properties. It is usually consumed fresh or in jams and jellies.
19. Raspberry (Rubus Idaeus)
Originally from Europe and part of Asia, the raspberry is a source of vitamins, calcium, phosphorus and iron. This fruit acts against cell aging and prevents some diseases. It can be consumed fresh, in the form of tea and juices.
20. Guava (Psidium Guayava)
Native to Central America, guava is a fruit that is widely cultivated and appreciated in Brazil. Rich in vitamin C, it has vitamins A, E and almost all of the B complex, in addition to minerals, in smaller amounts. Guava is widely used in the manufacture of sweets, and the best known is guava.
21. Gooseberry (Ribes rubrum)
Originally from Europe and Asia, blackcurrant is rich in vitamin C and potassium. It also has calcium, phosphorus, iron, sulfur, magnesium and proteins. The fruit acts to prevent cancer, aging, inflammation and neurological diseases. Gooseberry is used to make juices.
22. Inga (Inga edulis)
Originally from the Amazon, the fruit pulp surrounds the seed, being consumed in its natural state. Ingá has a white and sweet pulp and is rich in mineral salts. It can also be used as a healing tea and as a syrup in the treatment of bronchitis.
23. Jabuticaba (Cauliflora myrciaria)
Jabuticaba is a fruit with a dark purple or black skin and a white interior. With a juicy pulp, it is rich in B vitamins. The use of jabuticaba bark is very common in teas, which help to reduce and combat inflammation and skin aging. It can be consumed fresh, ice cream, jellies and liqueurs.
24. jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus)
Native to Asia, jackfruit has calcium, potassium, iron, phosphorus and vitamins A, B and C. This fruit can weigh up to 15 kg. Its consumption helps fight high blood pressure and prevent cardiovascular disease. The high amount of fiber favors digestion and contributes to digestive disorders.
25. Jambo (Syzygium jambos)
Originating in Asia, jambo has iron, phosphorus, proteins, carbohydrates and vitamin A, B1 and B2. It has a low caloric value and strengthens the immune system. With a refreshing taste, it is consumed naturally.
26. Jenipapo (American Genipa L.)
Genipap is a fruit that has a high concentration of iron and calcium. It has a strong color juice, which was used by the Indians to paint the body. It has a juicy pulp, strong aroma and sour and sweet taste. The fruit is indicated for intestinal inflammation, anemia and asthma.
27. Kiwi (delicious actinidia)
Kiwi fruit is rich in fiber and vitamins. Considered an important food against cancer and DNA protection, its bark can also be consumed.
28. Orange (citrus sinensis)
Rich in vitamin C, oranges are rich in citric acid. Indicated to prevent cancer, it strengthens the immune system, lowers cholesterol and protects the heart. Oranges are consumed fresh, in the form of juices and in the preparation of desserts.
29. Lemon (citrus lemon)
Originating in Asia, lemon is a source of vitamin C and minerals. It helps improve digestion, strengthens the immune system, helps maintain weight and prevents premature aging. It is consumed as a seasoning for savory dishes and also in the preparation of juices and desserts.
30. Apple (Malus domestica)
Originally from Asia and Europe, the apple is a fruit that helps prevent disease. It has vitamins A, B1, B2, C and K, iron and phosphorus. It has substances and nutrients that help the immune system.
31. Papaya (Carica papaya)
Papaya is a fruit rich in vitamins and minerals, such as vitamins C and E, calcium, phosphorus, iron. It aids digestion and fights constipation, in addition to improving the appearance of the skin. The most common types in Brazil are formosa and papaya.
32. Mango (Mangifera indicates)
Native to India, mango has significant amounts of sugar, vitamins and minerals. It is indicated to fight anemia due to its high concentration of iron.
33. Mangaba (specious Hancorn)
Mangaba is a typical Cerrado fruit, has low calories and vitamins A, C, B1 and B2, in addition to protein, iron, calcium and phosphorus. It helps control blood pressure and the immune system. It can be consumed fresh or in the form of sweets, juices and ice cream.
34. Passion fruit (Passiflora edulis)
Widely found in tropical regions, passion fruit is well known for its calming power. It has vitamins A, C and the B complex, in addition to iron, sodium, calcium and phosphorus. It has an acidic taste and can be consumed fresh and in the preparation of desserts and juices.
35. Watermelon (citrullus lanatus)
Originally from Africa, watermelon is rich in water, which makes it very refreshing. It has sugar, calcium, phosphorus and iron and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory capacity.
36. Melon (cucumis melo)
Originating in Africa, melon is a fruit rich in water and has significant amounts of calcium, phosphorus and iron. It is rich in vitamins A and C, which help to produce collagen and prevent aging.
37. Strawberry (Vesca Fragaria)
Originally from Europe, strawberries have vitamins C, A, E, B5 and B6, in addition to calcium, potassium, iron, selenium and magnesium. This fruit is indicated to strengthen the immune system and healing processes. It has a sweet and acidic flavor and can be consumed fresh, in juices and in the preparation of desserts.
38. Beijing (Caryocar Brasiliense)
Fruit of the native plant symbol of the Cerrado, the pequi tree. Pequi is rich in vitamins A and C, and is widely appreciated in food, both in savory and sweet dishes, as well as in liqueurs.
39. Pear (Pyrus communis)
Pear is a fruit rich in sodium, potassium, iron, magnesium and calcium. Helps improve constipation, lose weight and control diabetes. Furthermore, it contributes to the functioning of the immune system.
40. Peach (Prunus persica)
Peach is a fruit rich in antioxidants. It has the minerals phosphorus, magnesium, manganese, copper, iodine and iron, as well as vitamins A, C and the B complex. It has a smooth and sweet flavor, being consumed in its natural form or in jam.
41. Pitanga (Uniflora Eugenics)
Pitanga is a red fruit with a sweet and sour taste. Its main nutrients are potassium, mineral salts and vitamin C. It is indicated for arthritis, diarrhea, fever, gout and rheumatism.
42. Pitaya (Hylocereus guatemalensis)
An exotic fruit native to Tropical America, the pitaya has a pulp that can be white or purple. Rich in protein, vitamin C, iron and calcium, it has digestive properties. It is consumed fresh, juices, jellies and sweets.
43. Pupunha (Bactris gasipaes)
Typical of the Amazon, the peach palm is a fruit rich in proteins, carbohydrates and minerals. It also has a high content of vitamin A. Its nutrients help to strengthen the immune system. Its fruits are cooked with salt before being consumed.
44. Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.)
Of Asian origin, the pomegranate is a red fruit with an interior full of seeds. With an acidic taste, its bark is used in the preparation of tea, helping to treat oral and throat inflammation. Seeds can be eaten raw.
45. Siriguela (purple spondia)
A source of vitamins A, B and C, the Siriguela has a rich amount of calcium, phosphorus and iron. It has a sweet flavor and when ripe it has a reddish color. This fruit is used in the treatment of anemia and helps the immune system.
46. Date (Phoenix dactylifera)
The date originates from the Persian Gulf, being a bittersweet fruit. With a reddish color, it is rich in carbohydrates, fiber, potassium, iron and calcium. It helps in lowering blood pressure, bone health and relief from constipation.
47. tamarind (tamarindus indicates)
Tamarind is a brown fruit with a sweet and sour taste. It is considered a natural laxative, being used extensively in constipation. Consumption of leaves, flowers and seeds can be done.
48. Tangerine (Citrus reticulata)
Tangerine is a source of vitamins A and C, in addition to mineral salts such as calcium and phosphorus. It helps to prevent heart problems, high cholesterol, diabetes and hypertension. Its flavor is acidic and sweet, being frequently used in the production of jams.
49. Tucumán (Astrocaryum aculeatum)
Of Amazon origin, tucumã has a high content of vitamin A, vitamin B1 and vitamin C. It is consumed in its natural state and is also used for the preparation of liquor and ice cream.
50. Green grape (Vitis sp.)
The green grape has vitamin C and the B complex, being a fruit rich in iron, calcium and potassium. It has an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory effect and acts to prevent cancer.
Importance and Benefits of Fruits
The consumption of fruits provides vitamins, fiber and other substances capable of fighting diseases, preventing aging and regulating the body's functioning.
Therefore, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends the daily consumption of three to five servings of fruit, according to the person's needs. A diet rich in fruit is a source of health and well-being.
The variety of fruits we have available is enormous. We have the native ones, which are those originating in Brazil. Exotic fruits, which are not easily found by the population. But, in addition to them, we have fruits that are grown in Brazil and are part of the Brazilian diet.
Curiosity: difference between fruit and fruit
O fruit is a botanical term used to designate the mature ovary of the flower of angiosperms.
Fruit is a popular term given to the edible parts, usually succulent and sweet, that originate from the flower.
These characteristics differentiate fruits and fruits, as the fruits did not always develop from the ovary. Thus, not every fruit is a true fruit.
Also read about:
- Vitamins
- Nutrients
- Proteins
- mineral salts
- Healthy eating
- Food pyramid
- Foods of mineral origin
- Vegetable foods
- Protein rich foods
- exotic fruits
