Not all health foods labels on products are good! Check out 6 health foods that fitness experts recommend you avoid.
The pressure to eat nutritious food and live a healthy lifestyle is nothing new, but emerging health trends have turned healthy eating into a bigger industry.
While fitness experts recommend increasing your intake of fruits and vegetables, and focusing on energy-boosting proteins and whole grains, there are some “healthy” food items that experts say won’t work for everyone.
When we asked trainers, athletic coaches, sports nutritionists and physiotherapists about the foods they personally try to avoid, they came up with the following six foods that are considered healthy, but can cause complications for some eaters. เว็บพนันออนไลน์ UFABET สมัครง่าย โปรโมชั่นมากมาย It’s important to remember that not all foods are right for everyone, so it’s best to consult your doctor before making any dietary changes.
Low-fat yogurt and milk
“Skim milk” has been known and consumed by many for decades. However, experts have recently come out with a consensus that dairy products that claim to be low-fat are not as beneficial as they should be because our bodies still need fat to absorb fat-soluble vitamins such as vitamins A, D, E, and K.
Meanwhile, “fat-free yogurt” is often recommended as a healthy meal option. But even though it may contain fewer calories, it is often loaded with sugar to compensate for its low fat content. It also doesn’t make you feel as full as full-fat yogurt, and it can also make you hungry sooner than you’d like. This is because full-fat yogurt’s higher protein content and richer flavor make it more appealing and helps you feel fuller.
For this reason, nutritionists and trainers generally tell us that replacing low-fat yogurt and milk with smaller amounts of full-fat products is more appropriate for long-term health goals.
However, those with respiratory problems, such as asthma, may find dairy products uncomfortable, as milk can “build mucus in the lungs.” Nutritionists recommend trying coconut milk yogurt instead.
Electrolyte drinks
Sports drinks, or energy drinks, have been popular in gyms and sports stadiums for decades, but experts have found that their benefits do not outweigh their negative effects. The pre- and post-workout beverages we drink are often loaded with sugar and unnecessary ingredients.
Protein Bar
Protein bars are marketed as a healthy, energizing option for those looking to work out, but fitness experts are skeptical. And Protein bars don’t provide the same bioavailable nutrients as whole protein, and some are packed with natural ingredients that no one can pronounce. That means they may not be the ideal food source.
Granola
Granola has long had a reputation as a good choice for people looking for a healthy diet. However, boxed granola is often loaded with sugar and artificial ingredients that have no nutritional value. While store-bought granola claims to be whole grain, low-fat, or organic, it often has added sugar and provides little to no protein or healthy fats.
Plant-based meat products
The rise of plant-based “meats” has been rapid and dramatic, with popular fast-food restaurants now offering meat-free burger patties on their menus.
However, while some are tasty and convenient, many are highly processed and loaded with added sodium, preservatives, and artificial ingredients.
Experts suggest that it is much better to stick to minimally processed foods, such as vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins, to support our health and fitness goals.
But if you’re craving a plant-based burger, skip the meat substitutes and opt for black bean or chickpea patties instead, as these are packed with protein without the unnecessary add-ons.
Gluten Free Bread
Gluten-free breads are a positive development for those with gluten intolerance, but fitness experts recommend that those without the condition avoid them. Because without gluten, manufacturers will have to add a lot of other things. These non-glutenous ingredients can include additives such as saturated fat, sodium, and sugar that have proven to be irritating to the digestive system. So it is advisable to stick to breads that are not necessarily gluten-free.