Everyone knows that eating fruits can help you lose weight, but did you know there are some fruits better than others? For instance, if you want to lose weight fast, it’s best to focus on water-rich fruits like citrus fruits and berries, which contain high amounts of fructose and fiber—and which also have fewer calories per serving than fruit that’s higher in starch (for example, bananas or apples). On the other hand, if you want to lose weight more slowly over time, it’s best to focus on stone fruits like peaches or plums.
Apples
A great source of fiber, apples make you feel full with just a few bites. One medium apple contains a mere 100 calories, but because they’re high in water content, they’ll feel much more filling. As well as being delicious, apples are also super healthy – providing cardiovascular and eye health benefits thanks to their antioxidants and flavonoids (plant compounds). If you think your diet is missing out on important nutrients or vitamins and minerals, try snacking on an apple between meals. Not only will it fill you up quickly without busting your calorie bank; it will also satisfy your taste buds with natural sweetness.
Oranges
One of the best fruits for dieting, oranges are low in calories, but high in fiber. Research shows that a fiber-rich diet will keep you feeling full and satisfied longer than one without fiber. In addition to helping you feel full, oranges also contain phytonutrients that may be useful in managing cardiovascular health and prevent stroke. When considering oranges as a weight loss food, be aware that some orange juices have added sugar or other preservatives to help boost flavor or preserve color. Make sure to read nutrition labels and choose an orange juice with no added sugar or other additives. You can also sweeten up your own fresh-squeezed orange juice with honey if you’re looking to add some sweetness without adding extra calories from sugar!
Pears
Not only are pears delicious, but they’re also a good source of fiber and water. Eating foods with high water content can help to make you feel full without a lot of calories, which is perfect if you’re trying to lose weight. Because they’re so versatile—you can eat them at any time of day—they’re one of my favorite fruits to eat while dieting. My favorite way to have them is roasted with cinnamon. You can make your own or buy prepackaged individual servings in most grocery stores. They sell these in cans and it tastes very yummy! (NUTRITION FACTS)
Berries
Blueberries, blackberries, raspberries and strawberries are among some of the healthiest fruits you can find. These colorful little morsels not only offer plenty of fiber and vitamin C but they also provide antioxidants—these help fight free radicals that can cause cancer and other illnesses. What’s more, berries are relatively low in calories, so you don’t have to feel guilty about snacking on them. Be sure to go easy on syrups or sugars when adding them to your cereal or smoothies, though; otherwise you’ll throw off your healthy eating goals.
Bananas
The body burns more calories digesting a banana than it does eating one. For example, it takes about ten minutes to eat half of a medium banana (136 calories), but your body uses twenty minutes to digest it—and that extra energy is released as heat. The complex sugars found in bananas are absorbed slowly and help keep blood sugar on an even keel. They’re also filled with potassium, which helps to prevent water retention and bloat, leading to less puffiness under your eyes.
