A scoring system rated 18 popular British fruits out of five using fiber content, natural sugars and essential vitamins and minerals. The rankings reveal wide nutritional differences: melon scored 1/5 for low fiber and limited nutrients despite hydration and low calories; pineapple scored 2/5 for vitamin C and bromelain but high sugars and acidity; bananas scored 3/5, offering potassium, vitamin B6 and fiber but high natural sugars. Apples, pears, grapefruit and mango scored 4/5 for fiber and vitamins. Several fruits achieved top scores (5/5), emphasizing vitamin C-rich options for immune support.
For many, starting the day with fruit seems like an unquestionably healthy choice. But not all fruits are created equal - some pack a powerhouse of nutrients, while others fall short in nutritional value. Nichola Ludlam-Raine, a registered dietitian and author of "How Not to Eat Ultra-Processed," recently ranked 18 of Britain's most popular fruits based on their health benefits, revealing surprising insights about breakfast favorites. From vitamin C-rich berries to sugar-laden melons, Ludlam-Raine's scoring system (out of five) considered fiber content, natural sugars and essential vitamins and minerals.
At the bottom of the list, with just 1 out of 5, was melon - including watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew and galia. While hydrating and low in calories, melon lacks substantial fiber and nutrients. " Melon is low in fibre and overall nutrients compared with other fruits," Ludlam-Raine told The Telegraph, noting its "moderate amount of natural sugar." Next lowest was pineapple (2/5) - prized for its vitamin C and digestion-aiding enzyme, bromelain, but high in sugars and acidity, which can irritate gums.
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