Fruits are not only a great source of vitamins, nutrients and fiber for us, they are actually a great food source for people looking to lose weight as well. This is because fruits contain natural sugars which are low in calories but are large in volume.
If you are embarking on a weight loss journey, according to healthmindbodies.com, fruits have the potential to keep you from getting hunger pangs. Don’t be frustrated by diets that require a daily count of your calorie intake anymore. Here is a catalogue of 15 fruits that promote faster weight loss, in a healthy way.
- Avocados
- Apples
Apples also contain polyphenols and fiber which cannot be digested. In the colon, they ferment and are the nutrients for good bacteria in the body. A balance in the microbial environment in the body boosts the feeling of fullness and reduces the risk of obesity.
- Watermelon
Watermelon helps reduce fluid retention, constipation, skin disorders and promotes weight loss. The fruit is also high in water content to make you feel full while it is naturally low in calories. Consuming water melon at least once per day lowers fat accumulation, increases absorption of healthy lipids and reduces the occurrence of muscle soreness.
- Pears
Pears are packed with high fiber content to prevent constipation and keep your appetite in check. By ensuring that your digestive system is functioning optimally, waste in your body can be cleared efficiently and promote overall better digestion.
- Peaches
These fruits function in cleansing the intestines. Peaches contain ‘phenolic’, a compound that prevents accumulation of belly fat.
- Strawberries
Strawberries also have anti-inflammatory enzymes that aid in the healing of tissue damage which may occur when you exercise extensively in your quest to lose weight.
- Lemon
Lemons are high in vitamin C and citric acid. They are also rich in fiber which helps reduce constipation, indigestion and obesity.
- Apricots
Fresh apricots are an excellent choice for weight watchers, or those wishing to shed a few extra pounds. Apricots is full of insoluble fiber that absorbs water and contributes to a feeling of fullness in your stomach.
Ppricots also promote quicker movement of food through your digestive channel and help maintain a healthy immune system. They contain an abundance of beta carotene which is an antioxidant and beneficial for your body.
9. Coconut
Coconut fruit contains oil that has a thermogenic effect, which means it has the ability to raise body temperature. This means metabolic rate and overall energy consumption which enables a person to lose weight more easily.
The fruit also has enzymes that increase the metabolism of the liver. The liver is then able to regulate sugar more efficiently, preventing increase in blood sugar levels which is associated with obesity.
Coconut is also full of medium chain fatty acids that cannot be stored in the body as fat. Eating coconut also makes one feel full easily to prevent over eating.
- Cantaloupe
Cantaloupe also known as muskmelons or rock melon is a fruit that is rich in vitamin A, C and B. Vitamin A is essential for healthy eyes while vitamin C helps protect your body from free radicals by stimulating the white blood cells to fight infections fast.
This fruit also has high fiber content. All the nutrients packed in this fruit guarantees a healthy body. Having a healthy body means having the right mechanism for efficient carbohydrate metabolism, ensuring fat burning instead of fat storage.
- Papayas
Papayas are loaded with an enzyme called papain which promotes digestion and prevent stomach ulcers. Papayas are also rich in vitamin A and C. Including papayas in your diet will result in efficient and quick digestion of food, therefore eliminating sugar storage in the body.
- Blackberries
- Blueberries
- Oranges
Oranges are full of Vitamin C which is a key ingredient in the production of collagen, a protein that keeps your skin looking fresh by preventing sagging and aging. Being a great source of water, vitamins and fiber, oranges ensure your skin always remain youthful while your body continually sheds off excess weight.
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By Health Mind Bodies