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16 Feb 2004
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IS IT FATTENING
Hi Doc,
I need some clarity please.
I have a major soft spot for fruit, whenever there is fruit in the house i cannot stop eating it. I eat any kinds of fruit and will even skip breakfast, lunch and supper and settle for having fruit. I buy about R50 fruit every 2 days. Is this unhealthy / fattening?
I need some clarity please.
I have a major soft spot for fruit, whenever there is fruit in the house i cannot stop eating it. I eat any kinds of fruit and will even skip breakfast, lunch and supper and settle for having fruit. I buy about R50 fruit every 2 days. Is this unhealthy / fattening?
DietDoc
Dear Zee
Theoretically any food, no matter how nutritious, can cause weight gain if you eat excessive amounts - this also applies to fruit. Do try and have a more balanced approach and eat your fruit in conjunction with a balanced diet because you also need proteins, minerals like calcium and iron, B vitamins, etc, and even some fat to preserve your health. Moderation is always the key.
Best regards
DietDoc
Theoretically any food, no matter how nutritious, can cause weight gain if you eat excessive amounts - this also applies to fruit. Do try and have a more balanced approach and eat your fruit in conjunction with a balanced diet because you also need proteins, minerals like calcium and iron, B vitamins, etc, and even some fat to preserve your health. Moderation is always the key.
Best regards
DietDoc
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