When we look at the rates of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease, it becomes clear that our way of life has a negative impact on our health. With access to so many fast and "convenient" foods, people are unaware of key nutrients and become susceptible to disease.
Often we do not pay attention to how we eat until something drastic such as a heart attack or a diagnosis of cancer occurs.
You can take action today by removing some of the most toxic and deadly foods on your menu. "You are what you eat," and it really is. So think before you reach the following foods.
Margarine
Butter has been considered an enemy for years, but now studies show that margarine is what we should be careful about. Made from hydrogenated vegetable oils rich in trans fats, a number of studies associate it with an increased risk of heart disease and cancer. Replace with oil in moderate amounts, as well as with olive oil and coconut oil.
Carbonated drinks
Even dietary carbonated beverages "help" weight gain, which in turn can increase the risk of cancer, heart attack, stroke, diabetes, and osteoporosis. In America, for example, half of the population consumes at least one glass per day.
Processed meat
From salami to hot dogs, processed meat has attracted a lot of negative attention in recent years in the field of cancer. The American Cancer Institute has found that if you eat one hot dog a day (or 50 grams of processed meat), the risk of colorectal cancer increases by 21%. Choose fresh meat instead of carcinogens, synthetic chemicals and toxic preservatives.
Standard breakfast cereal
The breakfast cereal is prepared quickly and easily, but it is extremely unhealthy. Millions of children consume it every day, but most of the cereal contains sugar and other harmful ingredients. This food contains "unhealthy amounts" of vitamin A, zinc and vitamin B3 - some products have over 30% of the recommended daily intake for adults.
Potato chips
It is consumed very often and is anything but healthy. It is rich in fat, salt and calories and leads to a significant increase in weight if you eat regularly. Cholesterol is also very dangerous because the chips are fried in trans fats - the most lethal type of fat.
Pre-packaged products
It's much easier to get a box of cookies than to prepare your mother's recipe with oatmeal and raisins, but if you want to take care of your health, it's a bad choice. These sweet temptations contain hydrogenated fats and increase trans fat intake. Sugar has led to a number of diseases, including cancer and heart disease.
Foods without fats
From yogurt to fresh milk, fat-free foods are very widespread and researchers have revealed the true health effects of eating. They are offered as a healthy alternative but the fat content is usually replaced by sugar, artificial sweeteners or high fructose corn syrup.
French fries
Who does not love them? They are salty and delicious, but there is only one problem - they are not good for health. When you consume a few fried potatoes from large fast-food chains, you "get" between 200 and 340 calories and your big ones "give" 700 calories and even more. They are fried in butter that clogs the arteries, so it's best if you make them home.
Ice-cream
The ice cream is high in fat, so try without it or at least limit its consumption. If you eat one cup a day, you are at risk of high cholesterol and diabetes. Make your own, rich in probiotics.
Cheese
Ah, cheese - everyone loves it! Although a source of calcium, cheese is high in fat and coupled with other foods rich in calories, it leads to weight gain. Of course, unlike traditional cheeses, those in the supermarket have undergone a lot of processing and contain cancer-causing supplements.
Red meat
Western countries consume too much pork, lamb, and beef, which increases the risk of cancer. These meats are digested hard by the digestive system, not to mention the factory farming and bad conditions.
Fast and fried foods
Chips and fried meat prepared in dangerous oil certainly rank among the most harmful foods. A study in the field of nutrition, metabolism, and cardiovascular disease found that if you eat fried foods more than four times a week, you increase the risk of obesity compared to eating twice or less a week. If you eat six times a week, you increase the risk of stroke by 41%.
White bread
Refined grains are not useful. When white bread is processed, whole grains are milder and have no nutritional value. This carbohydrate raises blood sugar levels, as well as the risk of insulin resistance and health damage, including diabetes.
Popcorn, cooked in the microwave
Do you want diacetyl with your popcorn? This chemical breaks down the layer of cells that protects the brain, and the toxin known as perfluorooctanoic acid is also not underestimated. Instead, make home-made and sprinkle with spices.
Juices
Yes, believe it or not, fruit juice is not useful because it has a high content of fructose and sugar. These drinks increase the risk of diabetes, but also the abdominal area. Replace them with homemade fruit drinks.
Energy drinks
These beverages are high in sucrose, glucose and caffeine, chemical cocktails. Replace with chilled green tea that is rich in antioxidants.
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