banana
Bananas release energy over a prolonged period making them an excellent for dieters. For a fruit, bananas are actually quite high in calories but if eaten in moderation it is good for stabilizing energy and lowering harmful LDL cholesterol. They are also an excellent source of low-fat protein.
Nutrients: Vitamins B6, C, K, beta-carotene, folate, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, fiber, protein, tryptophan
berries
Full of antioxidants, berries are a dieter’s friend as they act as a healthy way to overcome inevitable cravings for something sweet. Berries are involved in detoxification and boost your metabolism to help the body efficiently burn fat. Strawberries taste sweet but have one of the lowest sugar contents of any fruit and are full of vitamin C and fiber. Just one cup of strawberries has more vitamin C than a medium size orange.
Nutrients: Vitamins, C, E, beta-carotene, biotin, folate, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium
grapefruit
Low in calories, grapefruits are more than just a dieters friend. Recent research has shown that grapefruits can actually speed up weight loss by reducing insulin levels-one of the factors that makes you feel hungry and want to eat.
Nutrients: Vitamins, C, E, beta-carotene, folate, calcium, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, bioflavonoid
apple
This fruit is packed with important vitamins and minerals, fiber and have a wonderful cleansing affect. Definitely a top weight loss choice! High in pectin, a soluble fiber, encourages peristalsis (the muscular contractions of the bowel), they rid the body of toxins and keep the intestines healthy. Pectin also helps reduce the levels of bad LDL cholesterol. Apples also contain malic acid which helps to break down and eliminate fatty deposits in the body’s cells. Malic acid may assist the body in flushing out toxins that can lead to cellulite.
Nutrients: Vitamin C, beta-carotene, folate, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, malic acid, pectin