Pear

One of the oldest cultivated fruits, and believe it or not, part of the rose family.

Origins:

5,000 years old, and first grown in East Asia.

Health Benefits:

High in fibre in the form of pectin which promotes cardiovascular and colon health (good for your heart and keeps your bowl healthy), and vitamin C which protects the body from free radicals. They are also a good source of potassium.