A 15th-century manuscript shows trees bearing (clockwise from top left): sweet apples, jujubes, lemons, cherries, dates, and sour apples. By 7,000 years ago, people in New Guinea were cultivating ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. The quandong’s fruit appear intensely blue, but without ...

Both canned and frozen fruit and vegetables can be great options, especially when fresh produce is out of season or too expensive. But there are some key differences between the two preservation ...

Apples, oranges and bananas are sold in abundance in supermarkets throughout the country. But some say the most American fruit is one you’ll likely never see in the produce department, and it’s one ...

Key context is missing from a widely shared social media post that suggests eating “excessive” amounts of fruit can increase the risk of coronary heart disease. The post conflates the effects of added ...

Cynthia Sass is a nutritionist and registered dietitian with master's degrees in both nutrition science and public health. Frequently seen on national TV, she's Health's contributing nutrition editor ...

Have you been told to eat more fruit? There’s a good reason for that. “Whole fruits are a key recommendation for all healthy, balanced diets,” says Christopher Gardner, PhD, the director of nutrition ...

Monk fruit and stevia are popular zero-calorie natural sweeteners. They're often used in baking, drinks, and other recipes. Both offer sweetness without the calories or blood sugar spikes that come ...

Fruit can be an unexpected source of protein in the diet. It doesn’t come close to chicken, salmon, lean beef and other high-protein foods to help you feel strong and satisfied. It's also not a ...

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Last year, the Internet was obsessed with Dubai chocolate. Earlier this year, a fruit ice cream became all the rage. Now, all eyes are on a beautiful fruit pastry that has three layers of sweetness.