Crazy Foods That Might Ruin Your Health

Fat-Free Foods

While eating fat-free might be appealing to many who want to shed a few pounds, many of these foods are highly processed and contain high if not higher amounts of sugar and calories are their normal versions. There are some fat-free foods that are healthier for you, ensure to also check the labels for sugar content. Cheese and other dairy products can be produced fat-free simply by replacing whole milk with skim milk. Many foods are available fat-free today, such as peanut butter, yogurt, and salad dressings.

Manufacturers of fat-free foods tend to add sugar or even high-fructose corn syrup to maintain a longer shelf life for many of their products. This is only adding empty calories to your diet, replacing one problem with another. You skip the fat but are still getting the calories. Consuming fat is part of a healthy diet when eaten in moderation and choosing healthy sources of fat. Monounsaturated fats are something the body can digest. These healthy fats can be found in fish, avocados or nuts. Stick to these fats and save your health by skipping fat-free foods that are available at the store.

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