Although some fruit kinds have higher sugar content than others, all fruits contain sugar. Some people usually avoid or limit soda, chocolate, and sweets while trying to reduce their sugar intake, but fruit may not be on their map. There are several low-carb, nutrient-dense alternatives available if you want to reduce your carb intake in a healthy way and avoid overindulging in high-sugar fruits like bananas.

Because you may eat a greater part of fruit while consuming less sugar and carbohydrates, some fruits are regarded as low in sugar. Due to their high fiber content, high fructose content, and overall versatility and flavor, fruits generally have a low glycemic index.

When indulging in delicious fruity sensations, consider these seven fruits:

1. Strawberries - Like many other berries, strawberries are also frequently high in fiber and very low in sugar. Berries are a wonderful option if you're looking for low-sugar fruits. Almost, if not more than, your daily requirement of vitamin C is provided by a cup of strawberries, which only include 7 grams of sugar.

2. Grapefruit- This low-sugar fruit is a staple of the morning food industry. Keeping an eye on portion sizes is the greatest strategy to reduce your sugar intake. Grapefruit is a terrific alternative to sugary snacks, but you might not want to consume it whole depending on your needs. Eight grams of sugar are present in one-half of the fruit.

3. Peaches- A medium-sized peach only contains about 13g of sugar, despite the fact that they taste sweet. The gratifying sensation of sinking your teeth into a juicy, sweet, and tangy peach is unmatched. One medium-sized peach has up to 13.2% of the daily recommended amount of vitamin C. This substance keeps your immune system robust and aids in wound healing.

4. Plums- These late-summer favorites have only 30 calories and 7 grams of sugar each. The best thing about plums is that you may use your creativity to make sweetener-free jams and marmalades.

5. Raspberries- Given their sweet flavor, these berries are surprisingly low in sugar; a cup contains only 5 grams. They are also more filling than other fruits because of their 8 grams of fiber. The fruit of a kind of plant in the rose family is called a raspberry. Additionally, raspberries provide trace levels of calcium, zinc, thiamine, vitamin B6, vitamin A, and riboflavin.

6. Lemons and limes- Lemons and limes are not typically chosen as snacks. However, they are an excellent complement to a person's diet because they only contain 2g of sugar per fruit and are abundant in vitamin C. To replace other sugary fizzy drinks, people might squeeze a lemon or lime into sparkling water. They can also squeeze lemon juice over a salad rather than using salad dressing. The vitamin C in these two citrus fruits, a potent immune system booster, is abundant. Vitamin C strengthens the immune system by destroying germs and viruses by attacking their nucleic acids.

7. Avocados- Indeed, avocados are classified as a fruit. One of the distinguishing characteristics of fruit is the large hole in the middle, which is considered to be a seed. Avocados include a wealth of heart-healthy fats that lower cholesterol and protect the heart, as well as phytochemicals that lessen oxidative and inflammatory stress. Avocados are nearly sugar-free. Additionally, they are a wonderful source of fiber and beneficial fats.

Of course, compared to sugary processed snacks, fruit includes significantly more vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Because high-fiber foods take longer to digest, consuming fruit won't cause your blood sugar to increase as rapidly. Moderation is vital in life, as it is in other things.

PDO I Kimberly M. Tanador, RND

References:

Best Low-Sugar Fruits

https://www.healthline.com/health/best-low-sugar-fruits#watermelon

Which fruits are low in sugar?

https://www.livescience.com/which-fruits-are-low-in-sugar

Eight low-sugar fruits

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/320078#eight-low-sugar-fruits