FRUITS are the daily must-haves in diet but if the fruits resemble the body shape, then it is a sign of serious health problem.

Take a look at the mirror. Figure out what fruit shape your body is contouring to – is it apple or pear? Do you notice the belly protruding front and back?

From the day you were born, they say the doctors knew and can predict that time from the shape of  your body, the possibility of obesity, heart disease, diabetes, some cancers, stroke, and even osteoporosis. But it doesn’t mean that as you grow, your health is leading towards that.

Take a look at the teenagers, most are not overweight. Although they are not overweight, there are already are resemblances of fruit shape – apple or pear. Apples usually have long, slender legs. They look elegant in short skirts and bathing suits. Pears have narrow waists and shapely butts. They look great in jeans. But once they lose track of their diet, the fruit shapes will be evident and health risk comes in.

Apple-shaped people have a much higher risk of heart attack than pear-shaped people. They're also at greater risk for diabetes. Unfortunately, even normal weight apples have a tendency to have higher cholesterol and sugar levels.

Pear-shaped women are more likely to develop osteoporosis after menopause. Worst of all, pear shaped-women can also add extra pounds around their middles and become an apple/pear.

Stress tends to add pounds around the middle because the stressed body tends to store fat near the liver. Stress-related weight creates a vicious cycle as metabolism drops and stomach acid increases, allowing your body to absorb more calories. Stress can also increase your appetite and you know the result of that. Any health regime should include stress reduction as well as a healthy diet and exercise.