Trying to
lose weight? Avoid these foods for better results!
When trying to lose weight one should focus on
both; exercising and looking out for what calories one intake. If you're trying
to lose weight you should be on the lookout for calorie-dense foods. Some foods
that leave a person unsatiated should also be avoided to stop snacking. Below
is a guide on what foods to avoid for reaping better weight loss results.
FOODS TO AVOID
1.
SODAS AND
SUGARY BEVERAGES:
Sodas such as Cola, Pepsi, and sugary beverages such as fruit juices, and energy drinks have increased amounts of added sugars. Intake of these drinks does not do much in satiation but is high in the number of calories. Various studies showed increased weight gain due to a high intake of sugary beverages.
If you are taking this weight loss seriously it's time to give up on these drinks completely.
2.
FOODS THAT ARE
BAKED; PASTRIES, CAKES, BROWNIES
Baked foods such as pastries, cakes, and brownies have
ingredients such as refined flour and added sugars that are unhealthy. These are
low-nutrient foods that do not satiate one's hunger. You feel hungrier and
start snacking. Therefore, opting for healthier alternatives such as chocolate is
a wiser decision.
3.
FRENCH FRIES, CHIPS,
AND CRACKERS
French fries, chips, and crackers are all high-calorie, low-nutrient
foods with salts added. Most restaurants and fast foods cook these foods in a
deep fryer which means they soak high amounts of oil. Since they are not very
nutritious and are carbohydrates a person feels hungry even after eating them.
Studies show that people who consumed fried potatoes twice a week were more
likely to have an earlier death than those who did not consume them. Healthier
options could be to opt for baked potatoes, air-fry the potatoes, or avoid them
together.
4.
BURGERS AND
PIZZAS
Fast foods such as burgers and pizzas although convenient
and delicious have added fats, oils, processed meat, and refined flours. A
healthier option is making these at home.
5.
WHITE BREAD, PASTA,
AND RICE
White bread contains large amounts of added sugars
which can increase your blood sugar levels. A study showed the intake of two slices
of white bread increased the chances of weight gain and obesity by up to forty
percent.
However, the good news is that alternatives such
as bran bread, and almond flour bread can be used as a healthier option.
6.
CANDY BARS AND
TOFFEES
With a high fat, added sugars, and calorie content
are candy bars and toffees. Alas, they can be found everywhere; strategically
placed in stores so that consumers are tempted to buy them. Healthier alternatives include dark chocolate
with seventy percent of cocoa, dried fruits, dates, and fruits that taste
sweet.
7.
ICE CREAMS
Ice cream is a dessert that has high calories, low
nutrient value, and plenty of sugars. These ingredients add to weight gain. Moreover,
a huge amount can be consumed in one sitting. This can also be avoided by
making healthier decisions such as making your ice cream at home with less sugar
and cream or switching to flavored yogurts.
Losing weight is a journey that requires many
sacrifices. One must be ready to give up food if they are truly serious about
it.
