One cup of blueberries provides 80 calories, 20 grams of carbs, and 3 grams of fiber. It's also a good source of vitamin C, providing 15% of the daily recommended amount.
Blueberries also provides vitamin K, which helps with regulating blood clotting and bone metabolism, and manganese. which helps with bone development and converting macros into energy.
2. Apples
One medium apple (3-inch diameter) provides 77 calories, 2 grams of fiber, and 21 grams of carbohydrates. It also has vitamin C, where almost half comes from the flesh.
Apples also provide flavonoids called phloridzin and quercetin, which research has shown to help fight heart disease and cancer.
3. Watermelon
This delicious melon is 92% water. Per a two-cup serving, it provides 80 calories, 21 grams of carbs, and 1 gram of fiber. It's an excellent source of vitamin C—
providing 25% of the daily recommended amount—and also provides vitamins A and B6, potassium, magnesium, thiamin, and phosphorus.
Watermelon also contains a higher level of phytonutrient lycopene compared to other fresh fruits or vegetables. Lycopene has been shown to help reduce blood pressure in people with pre-hypertension
4. Strawberries
One serving of eight medium strawberries provides 45 calories, 7 grams of sugar, and 12% of the daily recommended amount of dietary fiber. It's also an excellent source of vitamin C
providing 140% of the daily recommended amount and provides folate and potassium too.Strawberries also provide ellagic acid which acts as an antioxidant, protecting your cells from harmful compounds
called free radicals. Ellagic acid may also support your immune function and reduce inflammation and research suggests that it may also help reduce the risk of certain forms of cancer.
5. Grapefruit
One half a medium grapefruit (4-inch in diameter) is a serving of this fruit. It provides 41 calories, 10 grams of carbs, and 1 gram of fiber. It's also an excellent source of vitamin C
providing close to 50% of the daily recommended amount. Grapefruit is also a good source of vitamin A, which helps maintain healthy skin and hair.