There’s a huge misconception that in order to lose weight, you need to eliminate fruits completely from your daily diet. This misconception is wrongly propagated by certain diets who blame the naturally-occurring sugars in fruits behind weight gain. While fruits do contain natural sugars, they also have fiber and water, which help slow down sugar absorption and prevent blood sugar spikes. Additionally, fruits are full of nutrients and antioxidants that nourish the body. Fruits like papaya, banana, avocado, kiwi, pomegranates, peaches, have magnesium, iron, zinc that boost metabolism a great deal and as we all know, a robust metabolism means greater calorie burn. Well, there are studies to support how fruits do not hamper your weight loss goals – A 12-year prospective study conducted on a large population of borderline overweight middle-aged female nurses with a BMI of 24.9 kg, showed that an increased amount of fruit in the diet reduced the likelihood of obesity. Other prospective studies have also found negative associations between fruit intake and weight gain when consumed within the daily calorie limit. So, it’s crucial to remember that fruits offer a wealth of essential nutrients and do not cause obesity when they are part of a balanced diet. Also, they do make a good snacking option, in fact, they are much more filling than a bag of potato chips. These naturally sweet treats help you feel fuller for longer, curb sweet cravings and prevent mindless sn...