![]() When it comes to knowing what types of fruits to choose, diversity and overall enjoyment are the most important factors so that you can stick with maintaining a healthy diet. “I would never suggest that someone who doesn’t like apples should eat apples because it will help you lose weight,” Lander-Canseco says. ![]() “Fruits are high in fiber, vitamins and minerals, so the benefits you get from them outweigh the glucose impact that you would get from say, bread, white flours or other carbohydrates.”īut remember, no one fruit or diet decision alone can make you lose weight. “For some reason, people think that because fruits are sweet that they’re off-limits,” she says. “Don’t be afraid of the sugar in fruit - welcome it,” Lander-Canseco says. Since fruit is high in water and fiber, but low in calories, eating them can help increase fullness, while reducing hunger and calorie intake. High-fiber diets that include many fruits may also help with weight management. “No matter the variety of foods you eat, healthy diets should try to incorporate five servings of fruit and vegetables each day, because studies have shown that this can improve overall health and lower the risk of serious health problems, such as obesity or type 2 diabetes,” says Rachel Lander-Canseco, RD, a registered dietitian at Keck Medicine of USC. The exact makeup of a healthy diet for you depends on a diversity of factors such as your age, gender, lifestyle, culture and dietary customs, as well as what food is available and affordable in your location. Weighing your options: Are you making the best selections in the produce section?
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