My weight-loss clients often ask me if they can have fruit as part of their plan.
Fruit is packed with vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals. It also has tons of fibre which helps slowing down the digestive process and the release of sugar in the blood stream. In addition, its sweet taste may curb your cravings for desserts. So, yes, you can have fruit as part of your weight-loss plan.
However, while fruit is not going to make you fat, certain varieties may have more calories and hold more carbohydrates than others. When making a meal plan for weigh-loss, it is important to limit the amount of carbohydrates consumed. For example, a 60kg (132 lbs) female may be allowed to consume between 100 and 115 grams of carbohydrates per day. If you consider all grains, starchy vegetables, dairy products, and fruits to be included in a healthy diet, 100g is definitely not much.
Therefore, I created a little “fruit heat map” to help you choose which fruits fit in your plan.
