Which Fruits Are Best for Weight Loss?

By Ellie Krasner, Skinny Ms.

Losing weight means breaking up with some of your favorite foods. Saying goodbye to creamy comfort foods and indulgent desserts can hurt, and we totally get it! It might seem heartbreaking, but losing a few pounds doesn’t have to mean giving up all delicious foods. For instance, fresh fruit can help you shed pounds while satisfying your cravings for all things sweet.

Certain fruits contain powerful compounds that target visceral fat, the extra insulation around your midsection. They can help you eliminate these pesky pounds. Meanwhile, whole foods with a high water content, like fruit, take up room in your stomach and help you feel full throughout the day.

Here at SkinnyMs., we’ve grouped together 7 fruits with impressive nutritional profiles. These superfoods boast powerful weight loss properties that can boost the metabolism, promote calorie burning, and help you achieve your weight loss goals. Meanwhile, adding these juicy delights to your menu will make the process tastier and more enjoyable!



1.

Grapefruit

A serving of grapefruit clocks in at just 53 calories and 2 grams of filling fiber. Despite filling you up, the citrus fruit contains a powerful enzyme called AMP-activated protein kinase, or AMPK, which promotes energy producing processes and boosts your metabolism. Research suggests adding just half a grapefruit to your morning meal can accelerate weight loss!

Cool off with this weight loss-friendly Zingy Pink Grapefruit Soda, or impress your dinner date with this deliciously light and lovely Broiled Salmon with Avocado Grapefruit Salsa dish!



2.

Pomegranate

These small but mighty seeds deliver a boatload of nutrients, and can certainly help shrink your waistline when consumed regularly! These tasty rubies carry a hearty dose of fiber, which keeps your blood sugar levels in check and prevents overeating. Meanwhile, this superfood prevents the formation of triglycerides, a fat that’s bad for your blood.

Try our Turnip, Kiwi, and Pomegranate Salad.



3.

Avocado

That’s right-this buttery delight is actually a fruit! A trending superfood, these indulgent gems are a great source of fiber and protein to squash hunger and shrink your waistline. Meanwhile, the powerful antioxidants in avocados fight free radicals, molecules that destroy cells and DNA and can sabotage your metabolism. Finally, the nutrients in avocado help regulate insulin levels, ultimately warding off hunger and reducing your risk of blood sugar issues down the road.

For all you die-hard avocado enthusiasts out there, these 12 Recipes for Avocado Addicts go out to you!

4.

Lemon

This tangy tart citrus fruit boasts a bunch of health benefits and can aid in your weight loss endeavors. Infusing water with lemon juice can rev up your metabolism and have you torching calories at a faster rate throughout the day. Meanwhile, the superfood can improve digestion, and help control blood sugar spikes while promoting better absorption of nutrients- processes that can ultimately smooth your weight loss journey!



5.

Berries

Besides carrying a high concentration of incredible, body-loving nutrients, these tasty jewels can crush hunger, flatten your belly, and melt pounds when consumed on the reg. Blackberries, raspberries, strawberries- no matter which berry your heart desires,  these high fiber superfoods help you feel full by delaying digestion, ultimately making you consume fewer calories throughout the day. Meanwhile, berries carry crazy high amounts of antioxidants, and experts claim to notice a clear link between an antioxidant-rich diet and smaller waistlines.

Dress up your morning yogurt or porridge with berries. Or, satisfy a sweet tooth with this clean and beautiful  Berries with Homemade Pomegranate Syrup recipe!



6.

Orange

These delicious, fat-burning machines will definitely give you and your weight loss goals a friendly nudge. Weighing in at around 60 calories a serving, oranges are a yummy, fat-free source of filling fiber and satisfying nutrients without breaking the calorie bank. Meanwhile, each slice of juicy goodness carries a hearty dose of vitamin C, a nutrient that’ll help your body eliminate fat during exercise more efficiently.

Dive into a colorful bowl full of nutritious goodness by whipping up this Almond Orange Frisee Salad!



7.

Watermelon

Besides hitting the spot on sizzling summer days, this pretty-in-pink fruit comes with a bunch of properties to facilitate weight loss. With its 92 percent water content, the gorgeous melon is both filling and extremely cleansing, ultimately fighting flab and flattening your tummy. Its low calorie, high fiber profile promotes satiety and fills you up. By munching on this hydrating fruit instead of ordinary sweet and salty snacks, you can shave a heaping chunk of calories from your daily intake.

Sink your teeth into these juicy and flavorful Stuffed Watermelon Squares– a perfect solution for a guilt-free party appetizer!

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