Fruits quiz

Prickly pear

-Fruit of variety of cacti -Pear-shaped and sized -Ranges in color from yellow to red -Flesh is soft and yellow with melon-like aroma and sweet flavor -Peel, section, remove seeds, serve cold

Cherimoya

-"Custard apple" -Has custard-like texture when chilled -Heart shaped with green skin -Flavor: blend of strawberries, pineapples, bananas -Spoon flesh from shell to eat

Feijoa

-Small, egg-shaped fruit -Has thin, bright green skin with a fragrant, cream-colored flesh -Flavor: combination of pineapple and mint

Fiber

-Aids in digestion, bowel function, gives feeling of fullness with fewer calories -Reduces blood cholesterol levels

Drupes

Fruits that contain a single seed or pit, surrounded by a fleshy, juicy edible portion

Tropical fruits

Fruits that grow in very warm climates; differ in skin composition and seed characteristics

Citrus fruits

Fruits that grow in warm regions; firm rind and pulpy flesh; good source of vitamin C

Berries

Fruits with a fragile, highly perishable cell structure; pulpy and juicy; tiny seeds embedded in flesh

Melons

Fruits with a hard outer surface that is smooth or netted; juicy flesh

Pomes

Fruits with smooth skin and an enlarged fleshy area that surrounds the core

Which fruits will not ripen after harvest and must be picked when fully ripe (will be immature fruits)?

Grapes, berries, cherries, citrus fruits, pineapples, melons

Examples of berries

Grapes, strawberries, cranberries, blackberries, blueberries

Examples of citrus fruits

Oranges, grapefruits, limes, tangerines, lemons

Examples of drupes

Peaches, cherries, plums, nectarines, apricots

Fruits

-A part of a plant that holds the seeds- used for food -Protective foods- contribute vitamins, minerals, and cellulose to diet -Classified into six groups based on shape, structure, and botanical nature

Star fruit

-Also called Carambola -Oval-shaped with four to six prominent ribs and edible skin -Forms a star shape when sliced horizontally -Yellow-gold color with slight browning on ribs -Flavor: similar to a combination of plums, apples, citrus

What six things should you look for when trying to avoid buying poor-quality fruit?

-Condition: avoid fruits with bruised or damaged spots or decay -Denseness: fruits should be plump and firm. Avoid ones that are dry, withered, very soft, or very hard -Color: should be typical for the particular fruit -Aroma: ripe fruit usually has a pleasant aroma -Size: fruit should be heavy for its size. Usually means its juicy. -Shape: if a fruit is misshapen, it probably has poor flavor and texture

Carbohydrates

-Energy source

Iron

-Formation of hemoglobin which carries oxygen from lungs to body cells -Raisins, dried fruit

Examples of melons

Cantaloupe, watermelon, honeydew

Which four forms are fruits available in?

-Fresh: when out of season, more expensive -Dried: had water removed; concentrated source of nutrients -Canned: least nutritious; choose those packed in juice -Frozen: generally retains nutrients; avoid added sugar

Ugli fruit

-Grapefruit-sized -Rough, thick, yellow-green skin -Juicy, yellow-orange flesh divided into sections -Eaten like a grapefruit

Folic Acid (folate)

-Helps body form red blood cells -Reduces cholesterol -Important in pregnant women to reduce risk of defects -Oranges

What are the nutrients in fruits?

-Important source of dietary fiber and carbohydrates -Fat-free -Low in calories -Low in sodium -Source of vitamin C, potassium, phytochemicals

Potassium

-Maintains healthy blood pressure -Bananas, prunes, dried peaches & apricots, cantaloupe, honeydew, orange juice

Sapote

-Medium-sized, plum-shaped fruit with a thin, olive-green skin -Creamy, custard-like flesh with a sweet flavor tastes like a combination of peach and vanilla -Peel and remove seeds before eating

Benefits of fruit

-Most are low in fat, calories, and sodium -Most are high sources of vitamins and minerals -No cholesterol

Vitamin C

-Prevents SCURVY, a disease of the joints, teeth, and blood vessels -Can't be stored in the body, daily supply needed -Helps growth and repair of body tissues -Helps heal cuts and wounds -Keeps teeth and gums healthy -Aids in iron absorption -Citrus fruits, berries, melons, pineapples

Lychee

-Small fruit with rough red shell and a single seed -Flesh is creamy white, juicy, sweet -Remove shell and seed to eat

Tamarillo

-Small, egg-shaped -Tough, bitter, multicolored skin -Flavorful, tart, pink flesh -To eat: peel, remove seeds, add sugar

Produce

Agricultural products: fresh fruits and vegetables

Examples of pomes

Apples, pears, guavas, kiwis

Examples of tropical fruits

Bananas, pineapples, figs, avocado, dates, plantains, mangoes