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What foods are in the fruit group?
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Any fruit or 100% fruit juice counts as part of the fruit group. Fruits may be fresh, canned, frozen, or dried, and may be whole, cut-up, or pureed. Some commonly eaten fruits are:

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Apples
Apricots
Avocado
Bananas

Berries:
strawberries
blueberries
raspberries
cherries

Grapefruit
Grapes
Kiwi fruit
Lemons
Limes
Mangoes

Melons:
cantaloupe
honeydew
watermelon

Mixed fruits:

Nectarines
Oranges
Peaches
Pears
Papaya
Pineapple
Plums
Prunes
Raisins
Tangerines

100% Fruit juice:
orange
apple
grape
grapefruit

Related Topics

    What's in the Fruit Group?
    How much is needed?
    What counts as a cup?
    Health benefits and nutrients
    Tips to help you eat fruits

Related Topics

    Grains
    Vegetables
    Fruits
    Milk
    Meat & Beans
    Oils
    Discretionary Calories
    Physical Activity

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