01/9  Ladies, include these food in your diet!

It is said that to lose weight one must eat nutrient-rich foods. But the question is that out of the 5000 different varieties of fruits and vegetables available, how do you identify the best? Well, we have an effective solution to your problem. As per a recent study published in the Journal Nutrients, consuming some specific fruits and veggies can help women shed kilos faster than others. Yes, that's right. The study revealed that adding some specific food in the diet can lead to long-term weight loss over a span of 4 years. So, if you want to maintain a healthy weight and stay fit then add these foods in your diet.

02/9Cauliflower

Cauliflower is low in calories and can be a substitute for high-calorie foods like rice and flour. One cup of cauliflower contains just 25 calories, so you can eat a lot without gaining weight. It is the best vegetable for women shedding kilos between 46 to 51 years and third best for women between 33 to 40 years.

03/9​String beans

One cup of raw beans contains 31 calories, no fat and only 3.6 grams of sugar. It is packed with vitamin C, K, A, carotenoids, antioxidants, and fiber. It is the third-best food for shedding kilos for women in the 46-51 age group.

04/9Bell pepper

Add them in your salad or sandwich, bell pepper are an excellent food for shedding kilos. The colourful vegetable is low in calories and has fat burning property. It is loaded with vitamin C, which helps to cut down belly fat and lift your mood.

05/9Carrot

Carrot is another weight loss friendly, low-calories food that women must add in their diet. High in fiber and beta-carotene, this vegetable can be added in the diet in a variety of ways. You can have carrot juice, salad or smoothie. This vegetable helps in bile secretion which in turn burn fat and thus aids weight loss.

06/9​Leafy greens

When it is about weight loss, you cannot miss the leafy green. They contain an abundance of nutrients, are low in calories and full of fiber. The fiber content in the green veggies helps to promote satiety and prevent unhealthy munching.

07/9​Broccoli

For women belonging to the 33 to 40 years age bracket, broccoli is the most important vegetable for sustained weight loss. This green vegetable is a good source of carb and is high in fiber. Having this vegetable every day can help prevent constipation and overeating.

08/9​Apple and pears

Both apple and pear were considered among the top five best fruits for weight loss. Both are packed with fiber and have anti-inflammatory properties. Moreover, their calorie content is extremely low, which makes them excellent weight loss friendly fruits.

09/9​Strawberries

Rich in vitamin C, potassium and fiber, strawberries are another excellent weight loss fruit. By consuming 1 cup of sliced strawberries, you can get 163 per cent of daily dose of vitamin C. Besides, it is rich in antioxidants and low in calories.