Fruits
Research has shown that there is a clear link between our health and what we eat. A diet rich in fruits and vegetables may help to reduce the risk of some types of cancer. Research also suggests that vitamins and minerals found in fruits and vegetables may help to stave off disease, and slow the natural aging process.

Fruits supply many of the essential nutrients that the body needs to stay healthy. It is recommended that we eat 2–4 servings of fruit each day. A serving is approximately 1/2 cup or 1 piece of fruit. Fruit juices also count as a serving. A fresh piece of fruit is a great snack that is good for you without a lot of calories.

Fun Fruit Facts:
Kiwifruit did not originate in New Zealand. It was originally grown in the Chang Liang Valley of China, where it was considered a delicacy by the court of the great Khans. It was introduced to New Zealand in 1906. It is believed that the kiwifruit is named for New Zealand’s national bird, the kiwi, whose fuzzy exterior resembles the skin of the kiwifruit.
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