2023-05-12 20:56:38
Two nutrition experts have revealed the top foods to avoid at breakfast to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
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Dietician Natalie Forester explained to The Sun that to start the day off right, you should opt for natural foods and avoid those that have been processed.
“If you want to consume a packaged product, check the ingredients first and see if you can imagine it growing in the wild,” she said.
Natalie’s first observation is that if the food grows in nature, it’s a good thing, and if, on the contrary, it is processed, then you should be wary.
Pies, pastries and cookies should be avoided because they contain a lot of trans fats, which can increase the risk of chronic diseases.
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She further argues that buying processed foods can lead people to consume more sugar, salt and fat.
Bread and cereals are options that are difficult to do without because they are so close at hand. The choice of bread or cereal is important, however.
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Natalie explains that white bread and refined grains lack nutrients and fiber, so it’s best to opt for wholemeal or sprouted bread, bagels and quinoa.
Additionally, processed white bread is often shunned by health experts due to its low nutritional value.
Dietitian Rebekah Blakely adds a food we didn’t expect to find on the list.
Ditch the flavored instant oatmeal packets, the expert says, because these seemingly healthy oatmeal are actually loaded with sugar.
She adds that plain rolled oats contain between zero and one gram of sugar, while flavored packets often contain between 11 and 14 grams.
“So prefer plain oats to which you can add fresh fruit,” she says.
Peanut butter is a great way to get protein in the morning, but the expert warns consumers that by choosing the low-fat option, they could be making a mistake.
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Rebekah therefore advises fans to buy whole peanut butter, as it is known to be healthier for the heart, eyes and immune system.
Unfortunately, another lunchtime favorite makes it onto the list… pastries.
Natalie explains that while Danish pastries can be deliciously mouth-watering, they’re loaded with calories, sugar, and saturated fat.
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For a healthy alternative, it’s best to opt for a chia bar with added fruit, which Natalie says is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
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