The next time you’re out shopping for food, you might want to re-think tossing those greasy chips into your grocery cart. Chances are, you’re being watched. That’s right. Some of the top nutrition experts admitted to a guilty indulgence of their own: spying on the rest of us at the grocery store! And not only are they snooping at the checkout line, they’re also busy making a list of all the things we do wrong.
Here are their top five:
Good Fats vs. Bad Fats:- Most people still don’t get that some fats are actually good for you. You want to avoid saturated and trans fats, but you need more monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. Good sources are fish, nuts, avocados, and soybean and canola oils.”
Supersize Meals:- In order to get the most for our dollar, we often supersize our meals-regardless of the health consequences. Remember, it’s not a money saver or health bargain if it has way too many calories. Be sure to pick one protein, one starch, one veggie and one fruit based serving.
Liquid = 0 Calories:- Think before you sip. We tend to consume a large amount of sugared soda and juice. These sugared drinks can swell your calorie intake and push out more nutritious foods. Swap your Cola for a cup of tea. This calorie-free beverage not only boats more flavors than soda, but it also offers up a number of health benefits as well.
Addicted to the Microwave:- You’re tired, you’re hungry, and the last thing you want to do is cook an entire meal so you turn to the microwave for a solution. Eating too many heavily processed foods can leave you short on fiber and antioxidants such as Vitamin C. So add a green salad, a 100 percent whole wheat roll and some fruit for desert. That way, you can get the best of both fast and healthy foods.
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