Eating these foods daily can increase your risk of health conditions like diabetes.
Here are some healthy swaps.
That said, they might not be the most nutritious staples in a healthy, well-rounded diet.
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Here’s what a few dietitians have to say about these foods.
If you love soda, by all means, it’s OK to enjoy it once a week.
For more, check this explainer onsugar and how it impacts your health.
Better options:Sparkling water, tea, coffee or spring water with some fruit slices.
“Similar to soda, this can be an unnecessary source of excess sugar in the diet.
If you do canned fruit, go with only those canned in their own juices,” Dixon says.
“And drain the juice off, don’t drink it.
Fresh fruit is typically a better bet,” Dixon adds.
Better options:Fresh, frozen or dried fruit (without added sugar).
Better options:Make fried foods at home, heating oils below their smoking point.
you might also use other cooking methods like air and oven frying.
Better options:Coffee or tea
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You could also dip your pretzels in a nutritious dip likehummusto add fiber and protein to your snack.
Artificial Sweeteners
If you are able, choose not to consume artificial sweeteners daily.
“These can taste 200 to more than 7,000 times sweeter than table sugar.
Plus, regular use can increase appetite and disrupt the good bacteria in our digestive tract, Jones adds.
Better options:Natural sources of sweeteners, like honey and maple syrup.
Read more:What Do Artificial Sweeteners Do to Your Body?
Processed Deli Meats
We are not talking about fresh, lean meat from the butcher here.
High-sodium, processed deli meats are likely not the best choice for your health.
Additionally, there are some nitrate-free options in the market to choose from.
Learn more about howcold cuts can be part of a healthy diet.
Parabens have potential endocrine-disrupting properties, meaning they can disrupt hormones' actions in the body, Jones explains.
Additionally, food packaging, such as microwave popcorn bags, cancontain perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
PFAS are synthetic chemicals that can increase your risk of health issues such as hypertension.
Cheese in a Can
Yes, cheese can be canned and it’s not like the real deal.
