Slim Down

7 Summer Vegetables That Help You Shed Pounds

A close-up shot of a woman cutting off a cabbage leaf in the garden.

A close-up shot of a woman cutting off a cabbage leaf in the garden.

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Low-calorie and versatile

Lettuce

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A medium shot of a woman harvesting lettuce.

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High in iron and fiber.

Spinach

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Close-up shot of someone mixing a shrimp salad.

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Nutrient-dense and low in calories.

Kale

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Extremely low in calories and high in water content, great for hydration

Cucumbers

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High in vitamins A and C.

Bell Peppers

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Low in calories and versatile.

Zucchini

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Good source of beta-carotene and fiber.

Carrots

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A woman and a man collect leeks, carrots, cabbage, and other vegetables on their croft.

A woman and a man collect leeks, carrots, cabbage, and other vegetables on their croft.