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Sky News Arabia quoted experts as saying that if a person wants to live in good health, he should avoid some types of foods. The source presented a list of the “worst foods for health”, which are:
Nutritionists say that fried foods have become a strong presence in our meals, stressing the need to reduce them. Because they are high in fat, salt and calories, all of which are harmful to heart health and raise the risk of obesity.
It is recommended to avoid it for several reasons, including its high content of saturated fats, which poses a threat to the arteries of the heart, and it is also high in calories without nutritional benefit.
Health experts say added sugars have zero nutritional value and increase the risk of obesity and metabolic syndrome.
Hydrogenated oils can seriously affect human health in the long run, especially when consumed in excess, and may lead to obesity, high cholesterol, atherosclerosis, heart disease and digestive disorders.
It is often found in pastries, french fries and fried cakes, and it is advised to avoid it, as it increases cholesterol levels, and is linked to some types of cancer and obesity.
Several studies have found strong associations between consumption of processed meat, such as sausage. Coronary artery disease, which is a narrowing or blockage of the arteries that supply blood to the heart.
