Summer is an awesome time of year—not just for all the great weather and fun activities but also for the delicious, colorful produce and oth...
Summer is an awesome time of year—not just for all the great weather and fun activities but also for the delicious, colorful produce and other foods that become available during the warmer months.
We’ve made a list of some of the top weight loss foods that we recommend to members of our medical weight loss centers during summertime. Some of them might surprise you!
1. Watermelon. Watermelon is one of the best foods you can eat when it comes to shedding pounds. Juicy and sweet, watermelon is 92 percent water and very low calorie. Yet it’s delicious, filling and packed with essential nutrients such as vitamin C and the antioxidant lycopene.
2. Mulberries. We always recommend that members of our medical weight loss clinics load up on fiber-rich foods like berries, which also boast an array of antioxidants. Mulberries tend to be forgotten, despite their juicy, delicious taste and high vitamin C content. They are also rich in potassium and the phytonutrient resveratrol.
3. Pineapple. Sweet and juicy, pineapple can satiate a sweet tooth while helping to reduce inflammation. In addition, it contains an enzyme called bromelain, which promotes healthy digestion.
4. Peaches. Peaches are packed with beta-carotene, which has an array of benefits and helps your skin glow. They also contain nearly two grams of fiber and loads of vitamin A and C, iron and potassium, with only 38 calories per medium-sized fruit.
5. Nectarines. If the fuzz on peaches turn you off, nectarines are an excellent alternative. They are low calorie and loaded with flavonoids, lycopene, and lutein, which helps prevent cataracts and age-related macular degeneration.
6. Soft shell crab. Crab is an excellent source of the lean protein we need when we’re trying to lose weight and build lean muscle mass.
7. Green peas. These babies are packed with protein and iron, more so than most other veggies. Plus, they are so versatile—they can be served hot, cold, in salads, as sides, in casserole—you name it.
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