You may be happy to learn that some of your favorite foods dont need to be off limits.
PHOTOGRAPHER: JEN CAUSEY, FOOD STYLIST: RUTH BLACKBURN
Certain foods have an unwarranted negative reputation.
When people talk about these foods, they use words like bad and weight gain.
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But that couldnt be further from the truth.
No single food can cause weight gain or loss.
Weight fluctuations occur as a result of your daily diet over time.
As a matter of fact, these five bad foods may actually help with weight loss.
Here are five bad foods that may help you reach your weight loss goals.
Another concern about full-fat dairy is that it has more saturated fat than lower-fat versions.
Although these grains are rich in carbohydrates, they can still be part of a healthy weight-loss diet.
Rather, the authors claim that the total calorie intake matters more for weight changes.
Eggs
Eggs are constantly under the spotlight because they are a cholesterol-containing food.
A 2023 review examined 32 controlled clinical trials and revealed that eating eggs did not significantly affect body weight.
The study authors attribute these findings to the protein in the egg, which helps increase satiety and fullness.
Potatoes
This starchy root veggie receives a lot of shade due to its high carb content.
Potatoes contain resistant starch, a bang out of carbohydrate that resists digestion and controls appetite.
But, when enjoying popcorn, be mindful of the other added ingredients.
Foods like potatoes, popcorn, eggs and rice can be part of a healthy weight-loss diet.
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