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5 foods a nutritionist would never let you eat

While there’s something to be said for enjoying everything in moderation, these five foods are so wholly devoid of nutrition they’re best avoided entirely.

Here are five foods a nutritionist would never let you eat.

1. Soft drink

This one probably comes as no surprise and soft drinks are one of the most concentrated sources of added sugars. A 600ml of your favourite fizzy drink can have to 13 teaspoons of sugar in it, and they are also highly acidic, which is a nightmare for your dental health.

2. Refined rice snacks

While they often present themselves as alternatives to traditional packaged chips, the processed rice that goes into refined rice snacks can sense blood glucose levels soaring. It’s easy to overconsume these carb-rich snacks that often also contain added MSG.

3. Vegetable oils

Compared to extra virgin olive oil, vegetable oil offers little in terms of nutrition and also contains palm oil which is known to increase the risk of heart disease. Add to this the environmental damage caused by palm oil plantations, and it’s best to steer clear.

4. Frozen baked goods

Meat pies, sausages roles and any of the goodies you’ll find in the frozen section of the supermarket are baked full of saturated fats and full of trans fats which can be highly damaging to the body. If you’ve got the time (and capacity) homemade is a better option.

5. Pre-packaged noodles

The list of ingredients on a packet of two minute noodles generally reads like a nutritionist’s horror movie. These meals are packed full of preservatives, flavours and additives, as well as being high in carbs and salt. MSG is often added as well.

Do you agree with our list? Are there any other types of food that you try to avoid at all costs? Let us know in the comments section, we’d love to hear from you. 

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