Fruits and vegetables should be an important part of our diet. It is healthy and nutritious. No pills, vitamins or supplements can be equated with the natural benefits of fruits and vegetables.

Fruits and vegetables contains all the essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Here is a compiled list of some fruits and vegetables along with their health benefits.

Papaya is a delicious tropical fruit loaded with important nutrients, It has many amazing health benefits. Papaya is also popularly known as "Papaw". It is a rich source of antioxidants, phytonutrients, vitamins, minerals and fiber. Papaya helps to strengthen your body's immune system to fight against infections and diseases. It also has a special digestive enzyme "Papain" which is also known as "Papaya Proteinase". Papain can be found in the roots, leaves and the fruit itself.

Water is a natural drink. The human body is made up of 60-75% of water. Blood, muscles, brain and bone are composed of 83%, 75%, 74% and 22% of water respectively. The 2/3rd of our body weight consists of water. Next to oxygen, water is the second most important thing required by your body to carry on the normal body functions. You can survive for days and even weeks without food, but not without water.

Olive oil is an oil extracted from the fruit "Olive". Olive oil enhances the flavour of the food, it is smooth, very rich in taste and gives food really a very exotic spin whether it is used for dressing or cooking. Olive oil is regarded as one of the best cooking mediums and it has great health-boosting benefits as well.

There is a saying, "An apple a day keeps the doctor away" which is so true even though only few pay close attention to it. Apple is a delicious and nutritious fruit. It is rich in antioxidant, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Apples are perfect fruit for the snack on the go. You can eat apple with or without its peel (But eating apple without its skin removes all the rich fber). Research and Studies have shown that apple has many health benefits. The Scientific name of apple is "Malus Domestica".

Coconut is a fruit which is obtained from coconut palm. This fruit is botanically known as "Cocos Nucifera" where the word "Nucifera" means "Nut bearing". Coconut water is the water which is found inside these fresh coconut fruits. The young green unripe coconut fruits contains plenty of water. Coconut water is one of the best natural drinks available on this planet earth. It is healthy and pure with no contamination.  

Dietary fiber is one of the essential component of a healthy diet. Dietary fiber is also known as roughage or bulk. Dietary fiber includes all parts of plant foods that your body can't digest or absorb for example whole grains, nuts, legumes, fruits and vegetables. Dietary fiber is found only in plant products and not in animal products. Food sources that are high in fiber are beneficial to your health. It plays a vital role in nutrition since your gastrointestinal tracts requires it for bulking.

Orange is a citrus fruit with many health benefits. It is a very juicy fruit and its pulp is orange in color. It's a perfect snack for you and if added (grated orange peel/orange zest) to certain food recipes, it adds flavor and fresh aroma. Oranges can be - sweet, sour or even bitter in taste.

The word Garlic comes from the Old English Garleac which means Spear Leek. Garlic has a long history and it is used all over the world as one of the ingredients in food recipes. It not only adds flavor to your food but it also has many health benefits.

The Indian Gooseberry is popualrly known as Amla. Its scientific name is Emblica Officinalis. Amla is also known as Amalaki in Sanskrit, Adiphala, Dhatri, Amali, Amalakamu, Usirikai, Anola, Amlika, Nellikai, Nillika, Nellikya, Emblic, etc are some of the few other names used for Amla.

Amla is a herb which is widely used in Ayurvedic medicines to cure many diseases and ailments. It is also use in Unani system of medicine. Amla is rich in vitamin C, minerals and fiber.