Fruits are generally considered healthy to eat for weight loss. They are full of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, but some are high in sugar and calories. I will share with you today the fruits you may want to avoid on a weight-loss diet, as well as those that are beneficial for weight loss.
Bananas are one of those grab-and-go fruits, easy to eat on the run, but they are high in natural sugar and calories. A medium-sized banana has about 105 calories and 14 grams of sugar. Despite being a good source of potassium and fiber, the high sugar content can add up quickly. If you are watching your weight, you should have no more than one banana a day.
Grapes are small and juicy, making it easy to eat more than you should. One cup of grapes contains about 104 calories and 23 grams of sugar. Their size makes them easy to overeat and consume more than you should. To avoid overeating, consider portioning out the number of grapes you eat.
One of my favorites is mangos; they are sweet and juicy, but high in calories. Despite being packed with vitamins A and B, Mangos are high in sugar. One medium mango has about 150 calories and 45 grams of sugar.
Like grapes, cherries are easy to eat, sweet, and small. It can be easy to eat too many. Cherries are high in natural sugars; a cup of cherries contains 97 calories and 20 grams of sugar. Be mindful and portion the amount you eat to avoid too many calories.
Figs are packed with sugar and calories, especially when dried. Dried figs contain 370 calories and 71 grams of sugar in one cup. Fresh medium-sized figs contain 74 calories and 16 grams of sugar. The high sugar and calorie content make figs one of the fruits to avoid when trying to lose weight.
The sweetness of a pineapple makes it hard not to eat too much. Pineapples are high in sugar; one cup contains 16 grams and 82 calories. Moderation is necessary when eating pineapple.
Now that you are aware of the fruits to avoid or the portions to limit when trying to lose weight, let us discuss the fruits that can help you on your weight-loss journey.
Strawberries, blueberries, cranberries, raspberries, and blackberries are high in fiber and low in calories. Another benefit of these berries is that they are high in antioxidants, which support your overall health. Take, for instance, a cup of strawberries contains about 50 calories and 7 grams of sugar.
The high fiber content in apples makes you feel fuller for a longer period of time. A medium-sized apple contains about 95 calories and 10 grams of sugar. Fiber helps to slow down the absorption of sugar into your bloodstream.
Citrus fruits are another option to consider on a weight loss plan. Oranges, grapefruits, and lemons are low in calories and high in vitamin C A medium-sized orange is about 62 calories and 12 grams of sugar. A half grapefruit contains around 62 calories and 8 grams of sugar.
Melons such as watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew are low in calories and high in water, which helps with hydration and feeling full. A cup of watermelon contains about 46 calories and 9 grams of sugar.
Kiwi is also low in calories, has a high fiber content, and is high in vitamin C. A medium kiwi has about 42 calories and 6 grams of sugar. It has a unique taste and texture and can be used in several ways to help with weight loss. One of my favorites is key lime pie, using the fruit, not the boxed mix.
Another fruit to consider when trying to lose weight is pears. The high fiber content in pears helps to regulate blood sugar levels and keeps you feeling full. A medium pear contains about 101 calories and 17 grams of sugar.
Remember, weight loss is a journey, not something that happens overnight. You don’t have to eliminate fruits that are high in calories and sugar content. However, you should portion out the amount you eat.
Until next time,
Peace Love and Blessings ❤️
