simple sugars, particularly sugary drinks and juices.
Mayo Clinic similarly recommends whole fresh or frozen fruits while advising people with MASLD to avoid fruit juices because they’re high in calories and low in fiber.
So:
Apple = good everyday option.
Apple juice = not nutritionally equivalent to eating the whole fruit.
Citrus Fruits: A Refreshing Whole-Fruit Option
Oranges, mandarins, grapefruit, and other citrus fruits provide vitamin C, fiber, water, and numerous plant compounds.
They’re another convenient way to increase whole-fruit intake without relying on desserts or highly processed snacks.
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