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Want to shed extra kilos in summer? Here are 5 fruits that you must eat

If you want to lose weight during summer then you must focus on eating seasonal fruits to keep yourself hydrated and stop sugar cravings.

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Sangati Jogwar
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Summer is the season when you drink lots of juices, cold drinks, and sugary beverages to keep yourself hydrated and refreshed. However, instead of these items, you should shift to eating seasonal fruits that are commonly available during summer.

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These are not only good at keeping you hydrated, but they are also tasty as well as help you in losing weight.

Watermelon

The juice and red flesh of watermelon are quite tempting. It is sweet to taste and is very refreshing and cooling. The fruit has 92% water and is also rich in fiber content thus keeping you fuller for a very long time. It keeps the sugar cravings at bay. Both these properties ensure that you eat fewer sugary items during summer and eat comparatively lesser because watermelon keeps you feeling full for a very long time.

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Apart from that this fruit is rich in potassium, magnesium, vitamin A, and vitamin C as well as an antioxidant lycopene that is known for preventing the multiplication of cancer cells in the body.

Oranges

This citrus fruit contains Vitamin K, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, and calcium. Together these nutrients boost metabolism and nutrient. Its tangy flavour is loved by everyone and contains around 88% water. It keeps you feeling fuller for a very long time. It helps to beat the heat and improves digestion thereby aiding weight loss.

Peach

It is an excellent snack that can be eaten without any guilt of adding calories in between meals. This low-calorie fruit controls the craving for sugary foods. Its fiber and 89% water content ensure that you feel satiated and do not overeat anything. Peach also has other health benefits. This stone fruit contains, iron, zinc, and Vitamins A and C.

Melon

All the fruits from the Melon family including Honeydew, Muskmelon, and Cantaloupe are rich in nutrients and water content. These fruits are low in calories, high in fiber, and hence very good for losing weight. It is rich in vitamins B, K, C, and A, and different minerals like copper, and zinc.

Mango

The King of Fruits is a hot favourite during summer. It is high in fiber, Vitamins B and C. It also contains phytochemicals that are extremely beneficial for weight loss. Mangoes also contain folate, iron, and magnesium.

Disclaimer: This piece of article is for basic information purposes only. It's always advisable to consult a doctor for any type of health issue.

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