What are low-calorie fruits?
Disease description:
During this period of weight loss, I haven't been eating dinner and have mostly been having one or two fruits instead. Could you please tell me which fruits are generally low in calories?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Low-calorie fruits come in various types, offering rich nutrition while helping with weight management. Below are some low-calorie fruits and their characteristics:
1. Lemon: Contains only 24 kcal per 100g, rich in vitamin C and citric acid, which aid the body's metabolism of calories.
2. Grapefruit: Provides 28 kcal per 100g, packed with vitamins and known for its lung-moistening and digestion-promoting properties.
3. Watermelon: Despite its high sugar content, it contains only 30 kcal per 100g and is rich in antioxidant vitamins.
4. Pineapple: Contains 32 kcal per 100g, with high water content and abundant enzymes that help break down toxins and support gastrointestinal digestion.
5. Papaya: Provides 39 kcal per 100g, containing papain enzyme which helps break down fats and promotes digestion.
