ever wondered what foods not to eat while trying to lose weight? here is a list of 10 foods you should avoid.
you may be wanting to focus on a more healthier ‘you’.
if one of your goals is to target your midsection than you’re not alone! many mums are feeling the same due to the most commonly consumed foods.
ready to blast away the bloat? lose love handles? in order to achieve, this you may want to check out the list of consumed foods that could be doing more harm than good.
foods to avoid
1. dairyproducts
lactose intolerance can range from mild to severe, but either way gas is usually a symptom. if you are feeling bloated, try limiting the amount of milk, cheese, yogurt, and ice-cream you eat and see if that helps. if it does, you don’t have to ditch dairy altogether. drink lactose -free milk or take Lactaid pills to help your body digest milk.
2. potato chips
one of your favorite snacks may be giving you belly fat. most potato chips brands are cooked in hydrogenated oils. this type of oil is called trans-fat. trans fat is known to increase cholesterol.contribute to heart disease and increased weight.there are baked and low-fat potato chips on the market that will be a better choice.
3.soda/soft drink
soda is not only unhealthy for you, it increases belly fat.it has empty calories that add excess weight and also provide large amounts of sugars. your body has a hard time burning this sugar off, especially in the mid-section.you may think that diet soft drinks are better, but they also contain artificial sweeteners that contribute to bad health.it’s best to drink pure water to lose your belly fat.
4.processed baked goods
so convenient, so tasty (if we’re being honest here), but so not worth it. those mini muffins, doughnuts, and dessert cakes will add loads of unwanted sugar to your diet, plus they aren’t easy to digest.these foods are bad on so many levels because they are filled with high sugar content and preservatives for a longer shelf-life-they can literally sit there forever! sugar increases inflammation, which can also make you look puffy and bloated. 5. margarina.
choose regular butter or soft spread(make sure it’s real butter) when topping foods or baking/ margarine is usually loaded with trans-fat and it’s found in plenty of pastries, crackers, snack foods, and even microwave popcorn, so limit its intake to keep cholesterol levels in check.
try to cut back on the white carbs if you are truly determined to see your belly vanish. trade your white bread, flour, rice, and pasta for whole grain products such as brown bread and rice.white carbs have already been processed and are therefore digested rapidly by the body to be stored as fat. 7 fried foods
deep fried chicken and fries taste good, but they will not do your stomach any favors. fast food is usually greasy and has very little vitamins and minerals or fiber.instead, it is loaded with sodium and trans-fat which manifest itself in your stomach.if you must have fast food choose a healthy takeaway option.
8.refined sweeteners and sugar
refined sugar helps to raise the insulin level in the body which promotes the storage of fat.it also affect the immune system and makes it harder to fight off germs and diseases.
9.cut down on alcohol
booze gets your body bloating.alcohol can throw the body’s balance of water off and lead to water retention and excessive stomach gas.
it is important to understand that alcohol-water retention, especially if combined with high salt meals, will lead to swelling and discomfort.
10.cereals’
not all cereals are bad for you, but often people double the serving size which means more is eaten than recommended.so if you find that your pants are getting a bit snug in the mornings, you might want to try weighing your cereal with a measuring cup before you start to gulp it down.
also, choose nut milk like almond milk and avoid the temptation to add sugar.
healthcare for professionals 