If you want to live a healthy life, maintain a healthy weight, keep up your energy and keep a clear mind then check out the Top 10 Foods to avoid that will effect your health.
When it comes to health, there are many factors that we just can't avoid but one that we can control is what we eat.
Having a bad diet is one of the leading causes of cancers, Weight Gain, Being under weight, memory loss, other sicknesses and illnesses.
Check out the Top 10 Foods that you will want to avoid below:
No #1 - Sugar
Sugar is a complete source of empty calories as it have 100% of energy and no other nutrient.
The desirable way to consume sugar is through diet as it occurs naturally in fruits, vegetables, dry fruit, milk/milk product. cut down on sweets, candies, chocolates, soft drinks, fruit juices, biscuits. sugar should be consumed in moderation.
Sugar has been directed related to many diseases and is one of the biggest factors when it comes to obesity.
No #2 - Caffeine
I must admit, I love to have my morning coffee and so do millions of people around the world. I'm not saying that removing coffee completely is necessary but like anything else, moderation is the key.
Coffee is the major source of caffeine. coffee beans are grown with the use of pesticides and herbicides that are toxic in nature.
Caffeine is also found in chocolates, colas and other soft drinks so better to avoid them.
Some signs of caffeine problems are headache, depression, insomnia, high blood pressure, fatigue, etc.
If you find that you are shaky in the hands or get headaches when you don't have a coffee then its likely coffee has been affecting your health and it's something you will need to start weening off or look at some of the many alternative that are now available.
No #3 - Soft Drinks
Yep, we all love to throw back a nice cold coke but are you considering the long term and short term effects that soft drinks are having on your body.
Soft drinks are bad for health due to sugar and caffeine content.
Eliminate intake of soft drinks from diet by replacing them with herbal teas, lemon water, water. They only provide us with extra laden calories and will harm your body, both inside and out.
They are a leading cause of dental issues and decay.
No #4 - Refined Foods
Refined foods and processed foods are made of maida with no or very less amount of fiber content.
Refinded foods lack fiber and have little to no fiber in your diet leads to constipation, sluggish bowels and in worst cases it can also lead to colon cancer.
A whole food diet with plenty of veggies and fruits provide sufficient of fiber. So, the idea is to avoid refined foods and make sure you read the labels when you shop to know exactly what you are byuying.
No #5 - Saturated Fats
Excess of saturated fat intake can lead to obesity, increased cholesterol levels which further lead to heart related problems and a host of other disorders.
All fried foods, fatty meats, desi ghee, comes under saturated fat.
Bland food which has less oil and spices is hardly palatable so people jump towards the rich spicy and oily foods which gives them taste and palatability.
Remember your health is directly related to what you put in your body, so unless you want to clog up your arteries and gain large amounts of weight, putting a strain on your joints and heart, then I would highly recommend avoiding saturated fats.
No #6 - Too Much Animal Proteins
Now a little bit of animal protein is actual good but people tend to over do it and when you consume too much animal proteins then this is going to effect your health in a big way.
Although animal protein like fish, egg, dairy products, chicken provide the complete source of protein which is good for health but in excess it can be harmful.
Most popular source of animal fats like cheese, full fat milk, ghee, red meat, beef can cause a lot of damage to one’s health.
No #7 - Salt
Why does our foods taste so bland without pouring on the salt. This is what most people will say and this is why they over-do-it when it comes to there salt intake.
Most foods are packed with salt already so adding more is only going to effect your health in a very negative way.
To improve the taste of foods, if your someone that likes salt, you can try some of the alternatives out there or simply get inventive with what your eating.
Salt is essential nutrient required by body which help to regulate its fluid balance, maintain heart rhythm, conduct nerve impulses and contract muscle.
For a body requirement about a quarter teaspoon of table salt is required.
High amount of salt intake can lead to hypertension. High sodium foods are canned and tinned foods, pickled meat, highly salted breakfast cereals, buns, cakes, pastries, packed soups, sauces, etc.
No #8 - Cooking Oils
Use refined oils in place of desi ghee. using 2-3 tsp of oil daily is enough for the necessary body function.
Keep your oils on rotation.
Don’t re-use the oils as they increase the risk of heart disease and produce free radicals in the body.
Avoid those Chips deep fried in Oil and take care of what your putting into your body.
No #9 - Alcohol
Well, this is not actually a food but I felt it needed to be added to this list due to the massive problem it causes millions of people.
Too much alcohol will cause dehydration, irritability, headaches and many other health issues.
Don’t have a drink with an empty stomach as it will lead to empty calories. Always eat something with a drink. 2 pegs are recommended.
Social drinking within limits is not harmful but it is the problem of alcoholism that can be hazardous.
No #10 - Take Away Junk Foods
French fries, burgers, chips, pizzas, etc are the hot favourite amongst the current generation.
They provide you only with plenty of calories which will automatically lead to weight gain.
One of the main reasons of obesity and child obesity is junk food intake.
Apart from these elements, factors such as unhealthy cooking conditions and inadequate quality checks add to the hazardous nature of fast food or junk food.