Should I eat fruit if I'm trying to lose weight?

Stefanie Sacks, MS

Nutrition & Dietetics

You should never cut fruit out of your diet; if you are trying to lose weight, choose whole fruits with a low glycemic index. In this video, culinary nutritionist Stefanie Sacks discusses why eating whole, low-sugar fruits is so beneficial.

Dr. Mehmet Oz, MD

Cardiology (Cardiovascular Disease)

Fruit is a healthier choice than a cookie or donut, but if you're trying to lose weight you need to pick the right ones, says Dr. Oz. Watch this video to learn which fruits to leave in the fruit bowl if you're dieting.

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Nutrition and Weight Loss

You've probably heard 'you are what you eat' at least a hundred times, but next time you do, don't dismiss it. Nutrition and weight loss are inextricably linked and without the proper diet plan, it won't matter how much exercise you do. Some foods, like hemp seeds, cinnamon and curry leaves are nutrient-dense and can help bust belly fat, while other seemingly healthier choices like 100-calorie bags of chips and boxed granola bars can sabotage weight loss. The key is to arm yourself with information and the questions below can help.

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