Foods from summer to promote weight loss
Berries:
Whether you favor blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, or strawberries, these summertime fruits are fewer in calories than other fruits like bananas and mangoes and contain a number of vital nutrients. Berries are rich in fiber, which makes you feel fuller for longer and lessens the urge to snack between meals (one cup of raspberries includes 8 grams of dietary fiber, which is 20% of what men need in a day and nearly a third of what women require). Antioxidants and vitamins B and C are also abundant in berries.
Peaches:
One of the best fruits of the summer is the peach, which is excellent if you’re desiring something sweet. One medium peach has 39 calories, 15% of the daily recommended dose of vitamin C, and is high in potassium. Beta-carotene, an anti-oxidant that gives peaches their golden color, is turned by the body into vitamin A, a substance that promotes eye health.
Pineapples:
Pineapple is abundant in potassium and vitamin C, but it also has a greater sugar-to-calorie ratio than other fruits, so eat it carefully to avoid overindulging. This sweet summer fruit’s stem is a good source of bromelain, a substance with anti-inflammatory effects in the body. More than just a sweet treat, pineapple makes a delicious addition to your dinners.
Sweet peppers:
With only 37 calories, 1 gram of protein, 2 1/2 grams of fiber, and 5 grams of natural sugar per medium pepper, this versatile summer vegetable is as low-calorie and nutrient-dense as it gets. Peppers go with any dish, so stuff ’em.
Tomatoes:
Tomatoes are at their most ripe in the summer; they are juicy, sweet, and low in calories. There are only 32 calories and 2 grams of fiber in one medium tomato. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and lycopene, an antioxidant that helps prevent sun damage. They also contain potassium, vitamin C, and other nutrients.
Watermelon:
Watermelon fills you up without weighing you down because it is 92% water. Despite having little calories, it is packed with antioxidants like lycopene and vitamin C, which will increase your micronutrient intake and keep you hydrated. For a cool summer treat, try this.
In the summer heat, cucumbers are hydrating and exactly what we need. Sliced cucumbers have only 16 calories per cup (150g), making them a great addition to soups, smoothies, and salads. Cucumbers are hydrating and have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties in addition to being 95% water.
