We Tell you Everything About Fruits

Fruits are the central axis on which FrutaMare revolves. Mainly focused on the sale of oranges, we also offer our customers more varieties since the rural world is our world. Due to the contribution of fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, the consumption of these is necessary on a daily basis to keep us in an optimal state of health.

On this page we will not only talk (far above) about the composition and general properties of these foods. We will also talk about the recommended daily amount (don’t worry, you can consume a lot every day) as well as the different types that we will find depending on the season of the year, be it winter, autumn, spring or summer. In addition, we have attached a glossary from A to Z with all the different pieces that we can find in our nearest market.

Composition and Properties of the Fruit

Most of the composition of these is usually water, having an average of just over 80% concentration per piece. Say that calories usually depend on your percentage of carbohydrates as a general rule, although there may be exceptions.

Carbohydrates are usually due to the sugars in the pieces themselves, in this case fructose, glucose or sucrose, among others. These sugars are responsible for making it taste sweet, succulent and appetizing. Certain types may have complex carbohydrates such as starch, although the more mature it is, the lower the percentage of these sugars tends to be. The percentage of carbohydrates is usually between 5% and 18% depending on the piece we consume.

Regarding fats, as a general rule, most have less than 0.5% fat per piece, although in the case of avocado (14%) or coconut (35%) the fat concentration is higher.

Vitamin richness is also something that makes them necessary in the daily diet and is that they provide vitamin A, B1, B2, B6, C, folic acid and minerals such as calcium, potassium, zinc, iron, silica, magnesium… In addition, their load in fibers helps the proper absorption of nutrients in our digestive system. Review that antioxidants, flavonoids, terpenes and selenium, among others, keep us younger and healthier.

They contain important vitamin content (vitamins A, C, B1, B2, B6, folic acid) and mineral (potassium, iron, calcium, magnesium, silica, zinc, sulfates, phosphates, chlorides).
They provide fiber, mainly cellulose and pectins.
Most have a high water content ranging from 80 to 95 percent.
They have antioxidants, flavonoids, terpenes, selenium, phenolic compounds and phytochemical substances.

Recommended daily allowance

The recommended daily amount is a minimum of 3 servings, this is equivalent to 120/200 grams per serving or what is the same: a piece that fits in the palm of our hand, a cup of strawberries or a couple of slices of watermelon would equal one serving. Some recommendations to consume it optimally are:

It is recommended that they be at the exact point of maturity so that they have the most optimal properties. Although if they are very ripe they can be used for compote.
It is always better to eat it raw even if it is more difficult to digest.
It is advisable to consume freshly made juices.

The Importance of Seasonal Fruits

The advantage of consuming them in season is not only the flavor and aroma of the fruit itself, it also affects the quality of its composition and the environment, since we consume the fruit that is ideal for the weather of the time.

Glossary from A to Z

If you want to consult any of the fruits you want to know, in our glossary you will be able to find all those on the market arranged in alphabetical order. If you see that something is missing, do not hesitate to leave us a comment below: