By Andrew Binetter
In order to maintain optimal health, we must look to avoiding excess weight. For those who have gained extra pounds over the years, reducing overall body weight is a critical component of a long and healthy life. Unfortunately, certain so-called “health foods” may in fact increase body weight, undoing all the hard efforts you’ve put into controlling your weight. Health foods to avoid include: Fruit and vegetable juices – while freshly-pressed fruit and vegetable juices are packed with beneficial vitamins, nutrients, and dietary fiber, they can also be high in sugars. Fresh fruit juices, in particular, have high levels of sugar and may not be the best choice for those seeking to lose weight. Instead, focus on low-sugar vegetable juices like tomato, lemon, and leafy greens like spinach or kale, and avoid the sugary, starchy fruits and veggies like mangoes, carrots, and apples. “Healthy sugars” – just because sugars come from plant-based sources like beets or agave does not mean they are healthier for you. Excess sugar consumption translates to excess weight -- and to lose weight, it is important to cut out any excess sugars from natural sources. Packaged foods – heavily-processed packaged foods, even those labeled as “healthy”, often are not. Learn more: https://andrewbinetter.wixsite.com/binetter/single-post/2019/04/20/5-Health-Foods-to-Stay-Clear-Of-When-You-Lose-Weight
