Eat right for your body type

Are you a chili pepper, an apple, or a pear? Everyone has a different body type -- there are the long, lean, narrow-all-over "chili peppers," the round-in-the-middle apples, or the bigger-on-the-bottom pears (the most common body type, by the way). Fitness magazine tells you how to eat best for your body type.

Chili pepper. Chili peppers have a straight and narrow shape without much delineation between their waists, hips, and shoulders. When a chili pepper gains weight, it tends to go to the middle -- beware: Belly fat increases the risk for heart disease and other health conditions. The best diet for a chili pepper incorporates healthy fats such as olive oil, fish, and nuts as well as plenty of fruits and vegetables. Strength training can help build muscle and create more curves.

Apple. Apples tend to carry weight around their middles, but the lower body is leaner. Apples are more prone to having high blood sugar, so a diet with healthy fats and minimal carbs is recommended. When you do choose carbs, make sure they're fiber-rich options -- like whole grains, fruits, and veggies.

Pear. Pears tend to be heaviest in the hips, thighs, and butt. To shed those stubborn pounds, choose a diet that's lower in fat and rich in complex carbohydrates.

Read the full article at Fitness magazine for more details about each body type and learn why different nutrition choices, meal plans, and workout routines are recommended.