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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