If you are ditching sugar in favor of a stable weight, then pay attention to some fruits that contain the highest amount of sugars. It is a big mistake not to give up these sugar record holders. Although they contain natural sugar, sometimes drinking a fruit smoothie or a handful of berries before bedtime significantly inhibits the process of losing weight. Fructose is a natural sugar, but it has the same chemical formula as glucose. However, fructose causes less elevation in blood sugar as it has a lower glycemic index.
Grapes
The sugar content is 16,25 g, about 29 grams in one glass.
Grapes of any kind are a tonic and tonic. Some grapes are powerful antioxidants. Berries, in addition to sugar, contain fiber, organic acids, ascorbic acid, vitamin B, pectin, trace elements, enzymes. Eating grapes stimulates the bone marrow.
Grapes are a source of potassium, vitamin C and vitamin P, without which the assimilation of vitamin C is difficult. Eating grapes is indicated for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, inflammatory processes of the respiratory tract and disruption of the cardiovascular system.
In order not to overuse the use of sweet berries, add it to leafy salads, make jelly and add it to baked goods.
Figs
The sugar content is 16 g, in one cup of raw figs 20 grams, in dried figs even more.
In terms of potassium content, figs are practically equal to nuts. Also, this fruit contains fiber, beta-carotene, vitamins B1, B2, B5, C, H and PP, minerals: potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and sodium, organic acids and tannins.
Figs are useful for people with heart, kidney and liver diseases. It has a diuretic effect, dilates blood vessels, has a beneficial effect on the digestive tract and speeds up metabolism.
Due to its high fructose and glucose content, it is contraindicated in diabetes, gout, ulcers and gastritis. Figs can be eaten fresh, dried, or canned.
lichee
Sugar content – 15 g, in one small cup 20 grams.
This unusual fruit contains beta-carotene, vitamins B1, B2, B5, B6, B9, B12, C, K, E, H and a large amount of PP (nicotinic acid), potassium, calcium, magnesium, iodine, chromium, zinc, selenium , copper and manganese, iron, phosphorus and sodium.
Lychee is useful for diseases of the cardiovascular system, for atherosclerosis. Reduces cholesterol and is a powerful aphrodisiac. It should be eaten for anemia, gastritis, ulcers, diseases of the pancreas and liver. Due to its beneficial properties, it can be eaten even by diabetics neatly, despite its sweetness.
Lychee is added to salads and sauces, as well as baked goods. Fresh lychees are eaten in desserts – ice cream, marmalade, jelly.
Mango
Sugar content – 14,8 g, in a cup of raw fruits 35 grams.
Due to the high content of vitamin A in mango, it is deservedly considered the number one remedy for eye diseases. Mango also contains beta-carotene, fiber, pectin, B vitamins (B1, B2, B5, B6, B9), C, D, potassium, calcium, zinc, manganese, iron, phosphorus.
Mango is considered a good antioxidant and antipyretic agent. This fruit is also classified as an antidepressant because it relieves stress and improves mood. Therefore, he belongs to the group of aphrodisiacs, since a balanced state and calmness are very important in a romantic relationship.
Mango is a part of many desserts, salads, sauces; it is eaten fresh, dried and canned.
Cherry
The sugar content is 11,5 g, in a glass of berries from 18 to 29 grams, depending on the variety.
Cherry contains organic acids, pectins, dietary fiber, vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, C, E, H and PP, potassium, calcium, magnesium, zinc, copper and manganese, iron, iodine, phosphorus. These berries strengthen blood vessels, cleanse the body of toxins, lower cholesterol, help the intestines work more efficiently, and reduce blood pressure. Because of its diuretic properties, cherries are beneficial for dieting.
Sugar is an important ingredient in the diet, but too much sugar can lead to many problems. If you like fruits and berries, pay attention to strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, cranberries, blackberries – they have less sugar. And also in melons, watermelons, lemons, limes.