It’s one of nature’s best surprises that something that tastes as delicious and sweet as fruit does can also be so good for you. Whether you pick apples, squeeze oranges, slice strawberries or crave kiwifruit, you do your body good while indulging in one of life’s sweetest treats.

There’s no denying the fact that fruit is delicious. It ends up on the dessert tray, after all, dipped in chocolate, grilled and glazed, or simply sliced and served in all of its pure, fresh goodness. But what a wonderful bonus that indulging in a little fruit could lengthen your life, slim your waistline, and even prevent illnesses, from the common cold to cancer. Packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals, fruits deliver a powerhouse of nutrition in every sweet bite.

Remember that good health begins with exercise, fresh air, and 5 a Day. If you top your cereal with berries, snack on a piece of fruit with lunch, and follow dinner with a healthy, fruit-based dessert, you’re more than halfway there, and enjoying every bite!