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	BANANA: Its highly nourishing pulp, rich in Vitamins A, Bl, B2, C, PP and E, mineral salts (calcium, phosphorus, potassium and iron) glucyds and carbohydrates, is also very good for the skin. The banana’s best quality is potassium, important for cardiovascular function. Due to agreements with the world’s most important producers and suppliers we can guarantee year round product availability. Its countries of origin, mainly Latin America (Brazil, Ecuador, Costa Rica and Colombia), Central America (Guadeloupe, Martinique and the Dominican Republic) and Africa (Cameroon and the Ivory Coast) give our clients a vast choice.

	PINEAPPLE: Contains bromeline, which, aside from its anti-inflammatory powers, has a proteolytic action which helps break down proteins into simpler compounds; it is rich in potassium and vitamins. It also has an anti-depressive function and works as an appetite suppressor, which can be effective in slimming products. The Latin American fruits (Brazil, Ecuador and Costa Rica) have a sugary taste, while the African ones (predominantly, The Ivory Coast and Ghana) have a tangy, more defined taste.
	GRAPEFRUIT: Is divided into three different classes: White, particularly suitable for juices; Ruby Red, much sweeter and, finally, Star Ruby. Grapefruit can be eaten as a fruit or squeezed for its juice, is particularly rich in fibre, vitamins A, B and C. Half a grapefruit provides the necessary daily vitamin C dose. It is available all year, coming from, depending on the season, South Africa, Argentina, Cyprus, Turkey and Israel.
	ORANGE: Rich in vitamin C, since ancient times it has been used to combat flu symptoms and was even distributed on board ships to prevent scurvy. It comes in various different qualities (Delta Seedless, Valencia, Midknight, Navel) and is imported from South Africa and Egypt, from Argentina and Uruguay, just to name some of the biggest exporters, in very large quantities.
	LEMON: Rich in vitamin C, since ancient times it has been used to combat flu symptoms and was even distributed on board ships to prevent scurvy. It comes in various different qualities (Delta Seedless, Valencia, Midknight, Navel) and is imported from South Africa and Egypt, from Argentina and Uruguay, just to name some of the biggest exporters, in very large quantities.
	KIWI: Has thirst quenching, refreshing and purifying properties, it also favours the body’s natural defence mechanisms with its high vitamin C levels and protects from heart disease. Moreover it contains 16% fibre, 14% potassium and 10% vitamin E. Originally from Southem China, where it grows wild, the actimidia (Actimidia Chinensis) found a particularly favourable habitat in New Zealand and South America (Chile and Argentina).
	MELON: In addition to its high water content, which increases its thirst quenching properties, the melon is also high in mineral salts and in vitamins A and C. Different varieties can be distinguished by their shape and colour, such as sneared, smooth and yellow melons. South America (particularly Brazil and Costa Rica) is the most important supplier of melons in the world.