Eating low-carb? Load up on these 8 fruits

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Blueberries: 21 grams of carbohydrates per cupBlueberries: 21 grams of carbohydrates per cup

Blackberries: 13.8 grams of carbohydrates per cupBlackberries: 13.8 grams of carbohydrates per cup

Strawberries: 12.8 grams of carbohydrates per cupStrawberries: 12.8 grams of carbohydrates per cup

Raspberries: 14.7 grams of carbohydrates per cupRaspberries: 14.7 grams of carbohydrates per cup

Watermellon: 12 grams of carbohydrates per cupWatermellon: 12 grams of carbohydrates per cup

Cataloupe: 14 grams of carbohydrates per cupCataloupe: 14 grams of carbohydrates per cup

Peaches: 15 grams of carbohydrates per cupPeaches: 15 grams of carbohydrates per cup

Avocado: 12 grams of carbohydrates per cupAvocado: 12 grams of carbohydrates per cup

One of the true joys of this time of year is the abundance of fresh fruits available. That makes summer the ideal time to consider a low-carbohydrate diet if you are trying to shed a few pounds. Here are eight fruits you can include in any meal or as an on-the-road snack. Stock up at your next stop and keep an eye out for a local farm stand.