Whole-Food Fruits Guide

34 items classified under standard Whole-Food guidelines.

How do fruits fare on the Whole-Food diet? The answer depends on processing level. This guide breaks down all 34 items in this category with their classification, nutritional data, and the reasoning behind each status.

Good news for Whole-Food followers: almost all fruits fit the diet. These foods are minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. The nutrition details below help you compare within the category to find the best options for your specific needs.

Quick Reference

Food Status Calories (per 100g)
Apple Allowed 61kcal
Apricot Allowed 48kcal
Avocado Allowed 160kcal
Banana Allowed 97kcal
Blackberries Allowed 43kcal
Blueberries Allowed 57kcal
Cantaloupe Allowed 38kcal
Cherries Allowed 63kcal
Coconut Allowed 895kcal
Cranberries Allowed 46kcal
Dates Allowed 277kcal
Dried Coconut Allowed 684kcal
Fig Allowed 74kcal
Grapefruit Allowed 39kcal
Grapes Allowed 57kcal
Kiwi Allowed 64kcal
Lemon Allowed 47kcal
Lime Allowed 25kcal
Mango Allowed 60kcal
Nectarine Allowed 43kcal
Orange Allowed 97kcal
Papaya Allowed 43kcal
Peaches Allowed 224kcal
Pear Allowed 59kcal
Pineapple Allowed 50kcal
Plum Allowed 46kcal
Pomegranate Allowed 83kcal
Raspberries Allowed 52kcal
Strawberries Allowed 32kcal
Watermelon Allowed 30kcal
Applesauce Limited 76kcal
Dried Cranberries Limited 308kcal
Dried Mango Limited 319kcal
Raisins Limited 296kcal

Classification Breakdown

30 Allowed — These fruits are minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. 4 Limited — These items have moderately processed — fine in plain form, often ultra-processed in branded versions.

The target is NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed foods built from extracted components and additives.

Allowed Fruits (30)

Apple

Allowed

With 61kcal calories per 100g, Apple earns a Allowed classification on Whole-Food. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. It also contains 2.1g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Mango and Cherries for calories, ranking 19 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

61kcalCalories
0.2gProtein
0.2gFat
14.8gCarbs
2.1gFiber

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Apricot

Allowed

At 48kcal calories per 100g, Apricot falls into the Allowed category under Whole-Food guidelines. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Within this category, it falls between Lemon and Pineapple for calories, ranking 12 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

48kcalCalories
1.4gProtein
0.4gFat
11.1gCarbs
2gFiber

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Avocado

Allowed

At 160kcal calories per 100g, Avocado falls into the Allowed category under Whole-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Nutritionally, it also delivers 14.7g fat and 6.7g fiber per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Orange at 97kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

160kcalCalories
2gProtein
14.7gFat
8.5gCarbs
6.7gFiber

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Banana

Allowed

At 97kcal calories per 100g, Banana falls into the Allowed category under Whole-Food guidelines. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Within this category, it falls between Pomegranate and Orange for calories, ranking 25 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Raw89kcal1.1g0.3g22.8g2.6g
Dehydrated346kcal3.9g1.8g88.3g9.9g

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Blackberries

Allowed

With 43kcal calories per 100g, Blackberries earns a Allowed classification on Whole-Food. It is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Beyond the primary classification, blackberries also provides 5.3g fiber per 100g. Among the 34 items in this category, blackberries sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Nectarine at 43kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

43kcalCalories
1.4gProtein
0.5gFat
9.6gCarbs
5.3gFiber

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Blueberries

Allowed

Blueberries is classified as Allowed on Whole-Food, with 57kcal calories per 100g. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. It also contains 2.4g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Raspberries and Grapes for calories, ranking 15 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

57kcalCalories
0.7gProtein
0.3gFat
14.5gCarbs
2.4gFiber

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Cantaloupe

Allowed

Cantaloupe is classified as Allowed on Whole-Food, with 38kcal calories per 100g. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Among the 34 items in this category, cantaloupe sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Grapefruit at 39kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

38kcalCalories
0.8gProtein
0.2gFat
8.2gCarbs
0.8gFiber

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Cherries

Allowed

Cherries is classified as Allowed on Whole-Food, with 63kcal calories per 100g. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. It also contains 2.1g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Apple and Kiwi for calories, ranking 20 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

63kcalCalories
1.1gProtein
0.2gFat
16gCarbs
2.1gFiber

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Coconut

Allowed

Coconut is classified as Allowed on Whole-Food, with 895kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Nutritionally, it also delivers 99.1g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Dried Coconut at 684kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

895kcalCalories
0gProtein
99.1gFat
0.8gCarbs
0gFiber

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Cranberries

Allowed

At 46kcal calories per 100g, Cranberries falls into the Allowed category under Whole-Food guidelines. It is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Beyond the primary classification, cranberries also provides 3.6g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Papaya and Plum for calories, ranking 9 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Fresh (raw)46kcal0.5g0.1g12g3.6g
Dried (sweetened)308kcal0.2g1.1g82.8g5.3g

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Dates

Allowed

At 277kcal calories per 100g, Dates falls into the Allowed category under Whole-Food guidelines. It is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Beyond the primary classification, dates also provides 6.7g fiber per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Peaches at 224kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

277kcalCalories
1.8gProtein
0.2gFat
75gCarbs
6.7gFiber

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Dried Coconut

Allowed

With 684kcal calories per 100g, Dried Coconut earns a Allowed classification on Whole-Food. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. It also contains 5.3g protein and 69.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Dried Mango at 319kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

684kcalCalories
5.3gProtein
69.1gFat
21.5gCarbs
Fiber

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Fig

Allowed

Fig is classified as Allowed on Whole-Food, with 74kcal calories per 100g. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. It also contains 2.9g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Kiwi and Applesauce for calories, ranking 22 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

74kcalCalories
0.8gProtein
0.3gFat
19.2gCarbs
2.9gFiber

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Grapefruit

Allowed

With 39kcal calories per 100g, Grapefruit earns a Allowed classification on Whole-Food. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Among the 34 items in this category, grapefruit sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Blackberries at 43kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

39kcalCalories
0.5gProtein
0.1gFat
9.2gCarbs
Fiber

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Grapes

Allowed

At 57kcal calories per 100g, Grapes falls into the Allowed category under Whole-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Nutritionally, it also delivers 3.9g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Blueberries and Pear for calories, ranking 16 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

57kcalCalories
0.8gProtein
0.5gFat
13.9gCarbs
3.9gFiber

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Kiwi

Allowed

Kiwi is classified as Allowed on Whole-Food, with 64kcal calories per 100g. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. It also contains 3g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Cherries and Fig for calories, ranking 21 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

64kcalCalories
1.1gProtein
0.4gFat
14gCarbs
3gFiber

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Lemon

Allowed

At 47kcal calories per 100g, Lemon falls into the Allowed category under Whole-Food guidelines. It is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Beyond the primary classification, lemon also provides 10.6g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Plum and Apricot for calories, ranking 11 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

47kcalCalories
1.5gProtein
0.3gFat
16gCarbs
10.6gFiber

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Lime

Allowed

With 25kcal calories per 100g, Lime earns a Allowed classification on Whole-Food. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Among the 34 items in this category, lime sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Watermelon at 30kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

25kcalCalories
0.4gProtein
0.1gFat
8.4gCarbs
0.4gFiber

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Mango

Allowed

With 60kcal calories per 100g, Mango earns a Allowed classification on Whole-Food. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Within this category, it falls between Pear and Apple for calories, ranking 18 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

60kcalCalories
0.8gProtein
0.4gFat
15gCarbs
1.6gFiber

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Nectarine

Allowed

With 43kcal calories per 100g, Nectarine earns a Allowed classification on Whole-Food. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Among the 34 items in this category, nectarine sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Papaya at 43kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

43kcalCalories
1.1gProtein
0.3gFat
9.2gCarbs
1.5gFiber

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Orange

Allowed

At 97kcal calories per 100g, Orange falls into the Allowed category under Whole-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Nutritionally, it also delivers 10.6g fiber per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Banana at 97kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

97kcalCalories
1.5gProtein
0.2gFat
25gCarbs
10.6gFiber

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Papaya

Allowed

With 43kcal calories per 100g, Papaya earns a Allowed classification on Whole-Food. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Among the 34 items in this category, papaya sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Cranberries at 46kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

43kcalCalories
0.5gProtein
0.3gFat
10.8gCarbs
1.7gFiber

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Peaches

Allowed

At 224kcal calories per 100g, Peaches falls into the Allowed category under Whole-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Nutritionally, it also delivers 10g fat and 217mg sodium per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Avocado at 160kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

224kcalCalories
1.9gProtein
10gFat
32.9gCarbs
0.8gFiber

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Pear

Allowed

With 59kcal calories per 100g, Pear earns a Allowed classification on Whole-Food. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. It also contains 3.1g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Grapes and Mango for calories, ranking 17 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

59kcalCalories
0.4gProtein
0.2gFat
15.2gCarbs
3.1gFiber

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Pineapple

Allowed

At 50kcal calories per 100g, Pineapple falls into the Allowed category under Whole-Food guidelines. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Within this category, it falls between Apricot and Raspberries for calories, ranking 13 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

50kcalCalories
0.5gProtein
0.1gFat
13.1gCarbs
1.4gFiber

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Plum

Allowed

With 46kcal calories per 100g, Plum earns a Allowed classification on Whole-Food. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Within this category, it falls between Cranberries and Lemon for calories, ranking 10 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

46kcalCalories
0.7gProtein
0.3gFat
11.4gCarbs
1.4gFiber

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Pomegranate

Allowed

Pomegranate is classified as Allowed on Whole-Food, with 83kcal calories per 100g. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. It also contains 4g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Applesauce and Banana for calories, ranking 24 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

83kcalCalories
1.7gProtein
1.2gFat
18.7gCarbs
4gFiber

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Raspberries

Allowed

At 52kcal calories per 100g, Raspberries falls into the Allowed category under Whole-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Nutritionally, it also delivers 6.5g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Pineapple and Blueberries for calories, ranking 14 of 34.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

52kcalCalories
1.2gProtein
0.7gFat
11.9gCarbs
6.5gFiber

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Strawberries

Allowed

Strawberries is classified as Allowed on Whole-Food, with 32kcal calories per 100g. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Among the 34 items in this category, strawberries sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Cantaloupe at 38kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

32kcalCalories
0.7gProtein
0.3gFat
7.7gCarbs
2gFiber

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Watermelon

Allowed

With 30kcal calories per 100g, Watermelon earns a Allowed classification on Whole-Food. This means it is minimally processed, in or close to its natural state. Among the 34 items in this category, watermelon sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Strawberries at 32kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

30kcalCalories
0.6gProtein
0.2gFat
7.6gCarbs
0.4gFiber

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Limited Fruits (4)

Applesauce

Limited

At 76kcal calories per 100g, Applesauce falls into the Limited category under Whole-Food guidelines. This means it is moderately processed — fine in plain form, often ultra-processed in branded versions. Within this category, it falls between Fig and Pomegranate for calories, ranking 23 of 34. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Unsweetened42kcal0.2g0.1g11.3g1.1g
Sweetened76kcal0.2g0.2g19.9g1.2g

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Dried Cranberries

Limited

With 308kcal calories per 100g, Dried Cranberries earns a Limited classification on Whole-Food. It is moderately processed — fine in plain form, often ultra-processed in branded versions. Beyond the primary classification, dried cranberries also provides 5.3g fiber per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Raisins at 296kcal. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

308kcalCalories
0.2gProtein
1.1gFat
82.8gCarbs
5.3gFiber

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Dried Mango

Limited

With 319kcal calories per 100g, Dried Mango earns a Limited classification on Whole-Food. This means it is moderately processed — fine in plain form, often ultra-processed in branded versions. It also contains 2.4g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Dried Cranberries at 308kcal. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

319kcalCalories
2.5gProtein
1.2gFat
78.6gCarbs
2.4gFiber

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Raisins

Limited

With 296kcal calories per 100g, Raisins earns a Limited classification on Whole-Food. It is moderately processed — fine in plain form, often ultra-processed in branded versions. Beyond the primary classification, raisins also provides 6.8g fiber per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Dates at 277kcal. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

296kcalCalories
2.5gProtein
0.5gFat
78.5gCarbs
6.8gFiber

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