14 of The Most Healthy Tropical Fruits (Antioxidants)

Here is a list of the healthiest and the most common tropical fruits on the basis of antioxidants contained in them.

Guava - 496

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Strangely its the guava which is at the top of this list. It is a source full of vitamin C and A. It also contains a lot of dietary fiber. This fruit is grown in almost all tropical regions like Hawaii, Southeast Asia and Africa. It contains a very high amount of antioxidants which makes it the healthiest fruit when fruits are compared on the basis of antioxidants.

Indian plum - 330

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This is a fruit which is also found quite extensively in the tropical regions of the world. It has a somewhat sour taste and it leaves the tongue with a purple or violet colour once consumed. It is usually found in violet or purple colour.

Custard apple - 202

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This is a fruit which somewhat resembles the pattern of a grenade. It is sweet and pleasant in taste and is quite healthy as well. It is found in Southeast Asia, India, Taiwan ,  Australia and a few other tropical regions.

Mango - 170

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Mango is a rich source of vitamin C. It is amongst the most extensively distributed tropical fruits in the world. Mango originates from India and India produces nearly 13.5 million tons of mango in the world annually, more than anyone in the world.

Pomegranate - 135

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Pomegranate is a red fruit which is grown abundantly in several Asian countries like India, China and Middle east. It is believed to reduce the risk of heart diseases.

Apple - 123

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It is a disappointment to see apple at such a low rank in this list, as apple is considered to be one of the one of the most healthy fruits. It is a very nutritious fruit. China is responsible for about 35% of the annual production of apple.

Grapes - 85

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Grape fruit is a rich source of vitamin C. Italy has the highest production of grapes with over 8 million tons annually. Grape fruit is widely used for several purposed like wine and making raisins.

Sapodilla - 55

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Sapodilla is complete tropical fruit which can be grown in only tropical conditions. It is grown abundantly in India, Pakistan and Mexico. It is brown in colour and sweet to taste.

Papaya - 50

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Papaya is a very nutritional fruit in terms of vitamins as it has high quantities of vitamin A and C as well. It is usually of green colour with slight variations of orange or yellow. Brazil is the highest producer.

Banana - 30

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Banana is a fruit which is amongst the most widely grown in the world. It is considered as a herb by many and not a fruit. It is a highly nutritious fruit and India is the largest producer.

Sweet lime - 26

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Lime is green coloured fruit which has very high quantities of vitamin C. It is a very sour fruit and is popular in tropical countries. India and Mexico are the largest producers.

Orange - 24

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Orange is a citrus which is very popular all over the world. It is available in several varieties. It is a rich source of vitamin C. Brazil is the largest producer of oranges.

Water melon - 23

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Watermelon is a heavy fruit which consists of over 90% of water. It has very thick flesh and is usually red or pink from inside and is sweet to taste.

Pineapple - 22

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Pineapple is sweet and sour fruit which is a rich source of manganese and vitamin C. It has very thorny outer surface. It has used for several other purposes apart from consumption.

Note: The antioxidant activity mentioned above is in mg/100gm