What's the danger of an all-fruit diet?

By Jacque Wilson, CNN

Updated 1147 GMT (1947 HKT) January 30, 2013

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Eating an all-fruit diet isn't the best way to keep your body healthy and strong. Incorporate these 10 "superfoods" into your meals to ensure you're getting the nutrients you need. All superfoods are easy to find in the grocery store, contain nutrients that are known to enhance longevity, and have other health benefits that are backed by peer-reviewed, scientific studies.
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Top 10 superfoods to fill your plate – Eating an all-fruit diet isn't the best way to keep your body healthy and strong. Incorporate these 10 "superfoods" into your meals to ensure you're getting the nutrients you need. All superfoods are easy to find in the grocery store, contain nutrients that are known to enhance longevity, and have other health benefits that are backed by peer-reviewed, scientific studies.
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Blueberries are often singled out as a superfood because studies have shown they aid in everything from fighting cancer to lowering cholesterol. But all berries, including raspberries, strawberries and blackberries, contain antioxidants and <a href="http://www.webmd.com/diet/phytonutrients-faq" target="_blank">phytonutrients</a>. Worried about the price of fresh fruit? Experts say frozen berries are just as "super."
Photos: Top 10 superfoods to fill your plate
Top 10 superfoods to fill your plate – Blueberries are often singled out as a superfood because studies have shown they aid in everything from fighting cancer to lowering cholesterol. But all berries, including raspberries, strawberries and blackberries, contain antioxidants and phytonutrients. Worried about the price of fresh fruit? Experts say frozen berries are just as "super."
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Salmon provides a high dose of omega-3 fatty acids, which studies show significantly lower the risk of heart disease. Omega-3 fatty acids fight back by reducing inflammation and slowing the rate of plaque build-up in blood vessels. Salmon is also a good source of lean protein.
Photos: Top 10 superfoods to fill your plate
Top 10 superfoods to fill your plate – Salmon provides a high dose of omega-3 fatty acids, which studies show significantly lower the risk of heart disease. Omega-3 fatty acids fight back by reducing inflammation and slowing the rate of plaque build-up in blood vessels. Salmon is also a good source of lean protein.
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