Along with a proper regime and physical exercise, regular intake of some fruits can help lose unexpected weight
Cucumber (Cucumis sativus), called da chut in the north and da leo in the south, can be eaten fresh or used for pickling. The cucumber has abundant vitamins A, B, C and D, which can help prevent tumors and cure obesity. Intake of cucumber can help purify the blood and dilute uric acid and urate crystals in the blood, which can prevent and treat gout. Eating the fruit, either fresh or cooked, or drinking its juice, is recommended to relieve fever and sore throat, detoxify the body and facilitate urination.
Củ ấu, or water chestnut, is either of the two species: Trapa natans and Trapa bicornis. The water chestnut is a diuretic with rich dietary fiber. It is an ideal food for those who want to lose their extra weight, because regular intake of water chestnuts can help lengthen the feeling of full, thus preventing one from eating snacks or fast food between the major meals. In addition, the nut’s rich vitamins B1, B2 and C can help beautify the skin.
Dragon fruit, called thanh long (literally means “blue dragon”) in Vietnamese, is widely grown in Binh Thuan Province in south-central Vietnam. The ripe, red fruit often has white flesh, but now a strain bearing fruits with red flesh has been successfully developed by many dragon fruit growers in the province. With high contents of water and dietary fiber and a low concentration of sugar, dragon fruit is highly recommended for those with obesity. Its rich vitamin C can also help beautify the skin and lower the blood sugar.
Pomelo (Citrus maxima or Citrus grandis), called bi in Vietnamese, is a popular fruit in southern Vietnam. Its pulp is rich in vitamins A, B1 and C. Vitamin C can help intensify the immune system. Its juice has a high content of antioxidants, which can help lower the cholesterol level in the blood. Intake of half a pomelo fruit every day before meals can help reduce the intake of other foods and therefore can help lose extra weight. The fruit pulp can be prepared into delicious salads or sweet soups.
C sn, also known as c u (Pachyrhizus erosus) contains 2.4-4.5% of glucose, 86-90% of water and 1.46% of protein. It is rich in carbohydrates in the form of dietary fiber, thus, this tuberous root is a food of choice for those who want to lose extra weight. The tuber can be consumed fresh as a fruit with a little salt and dried chili, or as an ingredient for many fried dishes or soups.
Pear (Pyrus communis) is very rich in dietary fiber, which can help those with obesity feel full and not want to eat more. Intake of three pears a day can help lose extra weight efficiently. Intake of the fruit can also help prevent constipation and certain cancer, and lower the cholesterol level in the blood.
Táo ta (literally means “our jujube” – Ziziphus mauritiana) has abundant pectin, which can help relieve the hunger quickly and eliminate the extra amount of fats in the body. Intake of this plum can also supply the body with vitamin C, which intensifies blood vessel wall and the resistance of the body. It is advised to eat the fruit with its rind because the rind contains dietary fiber.
