When it comes to losing weight, a big challenge for many people is giving up dessert, which is seemingly ubiquitous. May be your cowerker brought donuts in for the team or candy bars seem to beckon you from the grocery checkout aisle. And , well, when the holidays roll around , all bets are off. It's like an obstacle course for your goal setting.

Meet your weight loss training buddy: fruit. Not only does fruit have the sweetness you are craving, but unlike processed treats , it boasts plenty of nutrients as well.