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These high levels of sugar mean that fruitarians are at a higher risk for tooth decay. [22] Another concern that fruitarianism presents is that because fruit is easily digested, the body burns through meals quickly, and is hungry again soon after eating. [17] A side effect of the digestibility is that the body will defecate more frequently. [17]
Bananas grow in a wide variety of soils, as long as it is at least 60 centimetres (2.0 ft) deep, has good drainage and is not compacted. [4] They are fast-growing plants, with a growth rate of up to 1.6 metres (5.2 ft) per day. [5] The leaves of banana plants are composed of a stalk and a blade . The base of the petiole widens to form a sheath ...
The strawberry, regardless of its appearance, is classified as a dry, not a fleshy fruit. Botanically, it is not a berry; it is an aggregate-accessory fruit, the latter term meaning the fleshy part is derived not from the plant's ovaries but from the receptacle that holds the ovaries. [23]
In terms of food (rather than botany), fruits are the sweet-tasting seed-bearing parts of plants, or occasionally sweet parts of plants which do not bear seeds. These include apples, oranges, grapes, bananas, etc. Fruits are low in calories and fat and are a source of natural sugars, fiber and vitamins.
Grape juice is obtained from crushing and blending grapes into a liquid. The juice is often sold in stores or fermented and made into wine, brandy, or vinegar. [27] Grape juice that has been pasteurized, removing any naturally occurring yeast, will not ferment if kept sterile, and thus contains no alcohol.
Lastly, Jains should not consume any foods or drinks that have animal products or animal flesh. A common misconception is that Jains cannot eat animal-shaped foods or products. As long as the foods do not contain animal products or animal flesh, animal shaped foods can be consumed without the fear of committing a sin. [22] [23]
Fried and fatty foods, strong cheeses, whole grains (rich in fiber) should be avoided while on a bland diet. Medications such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen should be avoided, because they can irritate the stomach. [3] Many milk and dairy products may be permissible on a bland diet, but there are a few exceptions.
"It is estimated that 90% of Americans are not eating the recommended servings of fruits and vegetables every day," said Manaker. "So, if someone wants to eat a banana every day, that can be a ...