Drinking pomegranate juice slows down the digestive process, creating a feeling of fullness for a long time, while orange and carrot juice are rich in vitamins A and C, stimulating the burning of excess fat.
Doctor Tran Thi Tra Phuong, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Tam Anh General Hospital, Hanoi, said the principle for losing weight is that the total amount of calories consumed in the body is lower than the amount of calories consumed during the day. People who want to lose weight need a scientific diet, combining exercise and rest to keep their body healthy and eliminate accumulated fat.
Reasonably supplement pure juices or smoothies (no added sugar, milk, or other sweeteners) from low-calorie fruits and vegetables rich in soluble fiber to help maintain a lasting feeling of fullness. From there, people who need to lose weight can reduce appetite and promote better metabolism.
Blueberry and pomegranate juice Low in calories, provides lots of soluble fiber, organic compounds phenolic acids and flavonoids, and many vitamins and minerals. These substances slow down the digestion of carbohydrates and absorption of glucose in the intestines, creating a feeling of fullness for a long time. Ursolic acid found in blueberries promotes fat burning and eliminates excess fat from the body.
Celery and lemon juice Supplement water, a variety of vitamins (A, B, C, E, K) and minerals (potassium, sodium, phosphorus, magnesium), and flavonoid compounds. They promote metabolism, increasing calorie burning. This drink is low in calories, rich in soluble fiber, and contains pectin. They help limit appetite, reduce hunger, help reduce calorie intake, and contribute to creating an energy deficit necessary for the weight loss process. High potassium concentrations in celery and lemon juice support water weight loss – an important factor in weight loss.
Orange and carrot juice Contains beta-carotene (vitamin A precursor) and vitamin C, which are strong antioxidants, enhance resistance, support digestion, and stimulate the body to burn excess fat. Vitamin C contributes to converting glucose into energy, accelerating metabolism. Orange and carrot juice also contain soluble fiber, vitamins B, E, and calcium to support metabolism and eliminate toxins and excess fat from the body.
Yellow melon juice Rich in vitamins A, C, lutein and zeaxanthin, which have antioxidant effects, improve the immune system, promote metabolism, and contribute to weight loss. This drink is also low in calories but rich in soluble fiber, which contributes to reducing appetite.
Grapefruit juice Contains naringenin which has antioxidant effects, enhances fat burning enzymes, and promotes the elimination of excess fat from the body. Grapefruit juice is rich in vitamin C, soluble fiber, helps reduce fat absorption, increases the conversion of glucose into energy, contributing to fat loss.
Grapefruit also contains hesperidin, which inhibits carbohydrate-degrading enzymes, slowing down the absorption of sugar in the intestines, contributing to stabilizing blood sugar and reducing hunger. This drink is also low in calories and rich in water, promoting increased metabolism, contributing to creating a calorie deficit and effective weight loss.
Dr. Tra Phuong said drinking too much or using fruit and vegetable juices or smoothies continuously for a long time can be bad for your health. People who want to lose weight need to see a nutritionist or a specialized medical unit to control weight and treat obesity. Measuring body composition with the InBody 770 and testing micronutrients in the body with the UPLC high-performance liquid chromatography machine helps determine which nutrients the body lacks or excess.
Depending on your physical condition, level of overweight or obesity, absorption ability, and underlying medical conditions, your doctor will advise you on an appropriate nutritional regimen and prescribe safe weight loss methods.