During the holidays, we tend to overindulge in all the things that tend to make us gain weight. The extra calories we consume in these few weeks are not easy to get rid of if you sacrifice your exercise routine over the holidays as well. If you want to lose those extra pounds, it’s important to make the necessary adjustments to your diet. Similarly, if you want to send a gift to somebody special but you know that they are trying to lose weight, then you might want to avoid choosing a sweet hamper. A fruit hamper will be a more suitable gift. Rich in colour and nutrients, fresh fruit satisfies your sugar cravings without all those empty calories. In fact, some fruits actually help you lose weight!
 
Apples
This fruit is rich in fibre and low in calories. They also contain a number of wonderful vitamins that aid in weight loss.
 
Bananas
There’s no denying the deliciousness of this fruit! They tend to be more filling than most other types of fruit and they are also rich in Vitamin B6, potassium and fibre. Vitamin B6 provides a great boost for your immune system as well.
 
Pears
Pears are known for their exceptionally high amount of fibre. Foods that are rich in fibre benefit the digestive system and are known to help you shed excess weight.
 
Blueberries
These scrumptious berries have exceptional amount of antioxidant properties. Blueberries help counteract factors that cause metabolic problems. By treating the route cause, you can lose weight without putting your health at risk with such things as crash diets and other so-called miracle drugs.
 
Kiwi
Refreshing and rich in Vitamin C, kiwis had a delightful sweet yet sour appeal. Like pears, they are very high in fibre and the tiny black seeds are a source of insoluble fibre. This means that they are great for your digestive system and they will keep you feeling full for longer.
 
Grapefruit
Grapefruit is a popular fruit to enjoy for breakfast. This fruit can, of course, be enjoyed throughout the day. Many recommend eating half a grapefruit before each meal. They are low in calories, high in fibre and great at getting your metabolism going.
 
Strawberries
Strawberries are a wonderful treat and you can’t help but feel pampered while tucking into a few. They help promote the production of adiponectin and leptin. These two hormones help boost your metabolism and burn fat. They should, however, be enjoyed in moderation and don’t forget the importance of regular exercise.
 
Coconut
There are many ways of enjoying coconut. It can be consumed in the form of an oil, flour, water, milk, or dried fruit. It can boost the metabolic rate by as much as 30% which is excellent news for anyone trying to trim down their waistline.
 
Pomegranate
This fruit has antioxidant properties, they boost your metabolism, and they help you better control your appetite. It improves blood flow throughout your body and has been associated with aiding in lowering LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol).
 
Peaches
Peaches are deliciously sweet, high in potassium, fibre, and other vitamins. It might come as a surprise to learn that they are also an excellent source of antioxidants. Ridding your body of toxins is essential when trying to lose weight.
 
Oranges
Oranges contain Vitamin C, folate, thiamine and fibre. It’s important that you enjoy the fruit rather than substituting with orange juice. Juices eliminate at least most of the nutritional value.