How do fruitarians survive?
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While the USDA recommends adults consume just one and a half to two cups of fruit per day, fruitarians base their entire diet on fruit, comprising 55% to 75% or more of their total calorie intake. So, how do fruitarians survive with such a restricted diet? This unique eating pattern relies on careful planning and, often, supplementation to meet the body's essential needs for protein, vitamins, and minerals.