05/22/2026
Do we need to fear fruit?
Short answer - NO! Whole fruit comes packaged with fiber, water, vitamins, and nutrients that actually help with fullness and overall health.
OVERCONSUMPTION?
The reality is only 1 in 5 Canadians are actually meeting the recommended intake of fruits and vegetables. So while chronic disease is still on the rise, our intake of produce is actually declining.
FALLING SHORT ON FIBRE
We are also falling short on fibre intake. Fibre is linked to better gut health, blood sugar, regulation, heart, health, and satiety. Guess what’s rich in fibre? Fruit!
CHRONIC DISEASE PREVENTION
What does the science say about fruit intake and long-term health? A diet with higher fruit intake is consistently associated with a lowered risk of things like heart disease, high blood pressure type two diabetes, overweight, and obesity. Larger population studies, repeatedly show that people who eat more fruits and vegetables tend to have better long-term health outcomes, not worse.
Eat the fruit. Fear the misinformation. Follow for more evidenced-based nutrition. 🍎