If all fruits (and vegetables) are good for health, because of their richness in vitamins, minerals, fibers and anti-oxidants, it is not always easy to navigate to make the best choices. for your line. And unfortunately, the calorie chart is not written on the fruit! Here is the selection of the lowest-calorie fruits and some tips to help you take advantage of all their virtues.
Each fruit contains its own nutritional qualities, which is why it is important to vary your consumption of fruits (and vegetables!), Always favoring seasonal plants to make the most of their health benefits. But since all fruits are not equal in terms of caloric intake, here is the selection of the 15 least caloric and less energetic fruits:
1. Watermelon: 30 kcal / 100 g
Composed of 92% water, watermelon is one of the lowest-calorie fruits although its flavor is sometimes very sweet. It is rich in magnesium, copper, Vitamins A, B5 and B6. If it is cut, be sure to consume your watermelon within 4 days to benefit from the virtues of its lycopene, its famous anti-oxidant, also present in the tomato.
2. Strawberry: 33 kcal / 100 g
Rich in phenolic compounds, strawberries are fruits with very powerful antioxidant power and are said to have a protective effect against cancer. The antioxidant capacity of strawberries is also very interesting when consumed in the form of jam. So opt for a quality strawberry jam, preferably 100% fruit, for your breakfasts!
3. Currant: 33 kcal / 100 g
Currant is a fruit that contains an interesting amount of potassium, antioxidants and Vitamin C. It is also rich in pectin, a fiber that would have many health benefits including lowering blood cholesterol levels as well. than blood sugar.
4. Raspberry: 35 kcal / 100 g
Rich in vitamins C, raspberries have a very high antioxidant power. On the other hand, to take advantage of their benefits, avoid freezing them because the very low temperatures harm both its vitamins and its antioxidants.
5. Melon: 35 kcal / 100 g
Composed of 90% water, melon is particularly refreshing. Store it in the refrigerator, whole (rather than cut): it will lose much less of its nutritional virtues.
6. Grapefruit (pomelo): 35 kcal / 100 g
Grapefruit is a fruit that contains an exceptional amount of vitamin C and antioxidants with multiple health benefits, especially on the risks of cancer and cardiovascular disease. In order to make the most of the antioxidant properties of this fruit, preferably choose pink grapefruits or, better yet, red!
7. Peach and nectarine: 38 kcal / 100 g
A quintessential summer fruit, peach and nectarine are high in sugar (but not necessarily in calories) if picked when ripe. They are also rich in vitamins, fibers and anti-oxidants which are mainly contained in the skin. So eat your peaches and nectarines whole, with their peel, after washing them well.
