Diet: What fruits and vegetables should you eat to improve nutrition and lose fat? – people – culture

Harvard University recommends through its health page that a healthy diet is one that consumes a variety of fruits and vegetables. However, it is clear that no single food is sufficient to provide all the nutrients the body needs. For this reason, you should create a healthy meal plan that includes everything you need.

Which fruits should be consumed to improve nutrition?

As defined by the Academy, consuming vegetables and fruits may reduce blood pressure, risk of heart disease, prevent some types of cancer and have positive effects on blood sugar.

For its part, the World Health Organization defines these foods as an essential component of a healthy diet.

(Read more: Four foods you should always consume daily for good health).

Expert Belen Acero, pharmacist and nutritionist, owner of Farmacia Avenida de America, explains why these foods cannot be abandoned when it comes to losing weight.

“Fruits are rich in vitamins and minerals, They contain more waterAnd, in addition, as we have already mentioned, they contain fiber, which also helps us regulate intestinal transit and avoid constipation,” the expert explained through his social networks.

The United States University shares some fruits that cannot be abandoned if you wish to lose weight. Below is the list:

The Mayo Clinic points out that apples, one of the first on the list, are a good source of fiber and contain vitamin C, an antioxidant that protects the body’s cells. Actually, due to its high water level it hydrates the body and reduces appetite.

(Next: Three healthy breakfasts to start the day).

What are the vegetables that help you have a healthy diet and lose weight?

According to Harvard, vegetables have many benefits. For example, consumption of green leaves like lettuce, spinach, chard is strongly linked to preventing the risk of heart diseases.

Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, bok choy and kale also contribute to a person’s health.

(Interesting: Nuts: Know the five most beneficial for health according to experts).

“As far as vegetables are concerned, they are effective in weight loss diets for several reasons. These are generally low in calories and are also rich in nutrients.Such as vitamins and minerals essential for our daily lives,” says nutritionist Belen Acero.

The university has shared a list of some of these foods that contain various vitamins and nutrients that help you lose weight.

Remember that a balanced diet is one that includes all food groups. i.e, Milk and its derivatives, meat, eggs, fish, legumes, fruits and vegetables. As well as grains and fats.

Consuming just one can have adverse effects on your health. Also, if you want to lose weight, always consult a health expert for possible nutrition plans.

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