When it comes to reducing body weight, what you eat is just as important as what you don’t eat. Lucky for us, eating fruits is a great way to start burning fat and keep our cravings for sweets in check. In fact, academic research here and here found that fruit intake is positively correlated with weight loss. Fruits contain very few calories while also being jam-packed with vital nutrients to keep our stomachs full for longer. The best thing is that you can virtually enjoy fruits anywhere and anytime – during breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and even as a snack for in-between meal munchies.
Studies have also shown that eating specific fruits helps burn fat efficiently. So make sure to read the full list of the top 30 most effective fat-burning fruits:
1 Apples
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Apples are one of the most fiber-rich sources found in nature. Studies show that fiber is an integral part of reducing visceral fat (belly fat). Studies indicate that higher soluble fiber intake per day is effective at reducing belly fat by 3.7% over a period of 5 years.
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2 Apricots
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Despite their cute size, fresh apricots are a reliable source of insoluble fiber for people going through a low-fat diet program. The fiber absorbs greater quantities of water and maintains a longer feeling of being full after eating. Fiber is a natural material that has been found to contribute to help with weight loss.
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3 Avocados
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Avocados are notorious for being high in fat, but a lesser-known fact is that they help in burning fat as well. The high amounts of omega 9 fatty acids, which are categorized as mono-saturated fats, help our metabolic processes of converting fat into energy.
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4 Bananas
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Most of you have probably heard of the myth that bananas retain the collection of fat in our bellies, but in truth, they are actually great at lowering our body fat. They’re great at keeping us full for longer, and their high magnesium and potassium content can help with digestion problems and bloating.
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5 Blueberries
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In general, all types of berries have great health benefits, but the blueberry takes the crown. Blueberries are high in antioxidants which are useful for combating fat. The antioxidants help accelerate our metabolism which becomes much more efficient in burning calories.
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6 Cantaloupes
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Cantaloupes, also known as muskmelons, contain anti-inflammation agents. Internal inflammation allows fat to become much more comfortable in our bodies. Cantaloupes also have antioxidants that help in getting rid of internal toxins. The fruit can be used as a natural sweetener in water.
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7 Coconuts
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Coconuts are naturally sweet, and small servings of their meat can easily satisfy hunger. Becoming full quickly means you’ll limit your intake of food. They are also loaded with medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) which can boost our metabolism’s efficiency by up to 30%.
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8 Grapefruit
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Research has shown that eating half of a grapefruit before meals reduces belly fat and lower irregular cholesterol levels. Volunteers in a study showed a shrink in their waistlines by up to an inch just by eating grapefruit before having healthy, balanced meals.
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9 Honeydew
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Honeydew melon, commonly referred to simply as melon, is rich in a number of nutrients and vitamins. It contains lots of vitamin C which boosts our immune systems and fights against fat buildup. It’s also a great source of vitamin B complex which breaks fat down and converts it into energy.
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10 Lemons
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It’s common knowledge that lemons are great for detoxifying. Lemons work wonders as liver detoxifiers, and having a healthy liver means being able to maintain the ability to digest food and burn fat. Lemons also prevent the accumulation of fat in the body.
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11 Nectarines
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Nectarines, a.k.a. peaches can help fight metabolic syndrome, obesity, and diabetes. Stone fruits, in general, can effectively regulate our fat-gene expression since they contain very little fructose but when ripe are extremely sweet. They are also rich in vitamins A and C and low in calories.
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12 Pears
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Similar to other citrus fruits, pears are naturally rich in fiber and potassium. This makes them heavy and fills us quicker, meaning we partake in smaller quantities of food. Pears are also beneficial in combating bloating and controlling cholesterol levels.
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13 Pomegranates
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Studies have shown that the antioxidants found in pomegranates are helpful in boosting our metabolism. Plus, they are great at lowering our appetites, making them the perfect breakfast drink or smoothie ingredient. There’s nothing better than living healthy but also satisfying your sweet tooth!
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14 Tart Cherries
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If you’ve ever heard of the term “wonder juice”, then you should know that the fruit content of this juice mainly comes from tart cherries. Cherries are rich in antioxidant agents and nutrients that make us full quickly. They also contain anti-aging enzymes. Be careful to discard the cyanide-laced pits, though.
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15 Watermelon
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The most popular summer fruit is the watermelon which also happens to be extremely good for your health. Even though they contain slightly high levels of sugar, the water in watermelons acts as an intoxicant for neutralizing the sugar’s effects. To enjoy its health benefits, watermelon can be prepared in salads, as agua fresco, or eaten raw (minus the rind).
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16 Plums
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Numerous studies have concluded that plums are effective at preventing or at least warding off metabolic syndrome, a condition that plays havoc with the body’s metabolism, thus making one more susceptible to obesity and related diseases such as diabetes. Furthermore, plums have one of the lowest fructose or fruit sugar content.
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17 Raspberries
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You’ll be glad to know that raspberries contain large amounts of polyphenols, which are natural chemicals that help to stop weight gain or even fat from forming. Like other fruits, eating more raspberries will make you feel full and you’ll not want to binge on unhealthy foods.
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18 Tart Cherries
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If you’ve ever heard of the term “wonder juice”, then you should know that the fruit content of this juice mainly comes from tart cherries. Cherries are rich in antioxidant agents and nutrients that make us full quickly. They also contain anti-aging enzymes. Be careful to discard the cyanide-laced pits, though.
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19 Oranges
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Oranges, like tomatoes, are rich in vitamin c. Vitamin c aids in boosting your body’s metabolism and keeping it running at a fast rate who you can fight that nasty belly fight that seems to come naturally with age. Keep eating oranges.
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20 Strawberries
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You won’t find a better source of fiber and nutrients than what’s in strawberries. These tasty fruits are pros at burning fat. If that wasn’t enough of a plus in and among itself, strawberries have a high fiber content that keeps your belly full between meals so you won’t feel the urge to snack.
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