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Default The 10 Absolute Worst Foods You Can Eat

I love how you say that w/ such conviction. The most disheartening I
think is the hydrogenated fats (cookies, crackers, & baked goods).

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Is this going to stop me eating these foods? I don’t think so…..




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The 10 Absolute Worst Foods You Can Eat
by Sue Gilbert, M.S., for iVillage
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Q: Dear Sue:

Would you please send to me a list of the 10 absolute worst foods you
can eat? Thanks,

Leslie

A: Dear Leslie:

There are so many products that belong on the list that I couldn't
limit it to 10, so rather than focus on individual brands I stuck to
food categories. Foods and ingredients on this list don't need to be
avoided entirely. Just be sure to eat them sparingly if you eat them
at all.

Hydrogenated fats

These are mostly man-made fats that are used in bakery items and stick
margarine. Studies show that it isn't so much how much fat there is in
your diet that causes problems, as what kind of fat, and hydrogenated
fats are the worst. Avoid buying cookies, crackers, baked goods or
anything else that has hydrogenated oil on the ingredient list.
Fortunately, the FDA now requires that food manufactures identify the
amount of hydrogenated fats in their products—look for trans fats on
the nutrition panel.

Olestra

Olestra is a fake fat, used to make non-fat potato chips and other
snacks. You'd think, with all the bad rap fat has gotten, a non-fat
fat would be great. But Olestra has been shown to bind with
fat-soluble vitamins A, E, D and K and carotenoids—substances thought
to keep the immune system healthy and prevent some cancers—and to
eliminate them from your system. Proctor and Gamble, the company that
produces olestra, has acknowledged the problem with vitamins A, E, D
and K and is now fortifying it with them.

Olestra has also caused digestive upset in some people, especially
when they eat a lot of it. Often, it's not just fat in the potato
chips that causes problems for people; it's the fact that they are
displacing healthier foods, such as fruit, so Olestra can just
perpetuate an unhealthy habit.

Nitrates

Many foods, especially cured meats such as bacon and hot dogs, use
nitrates to preserve color and maintain microbial safety. Nitrate is
harmless, but it can convert to nitrite, which can form nitrosamines,
a powerful cancer-causing chemical, in your body. Whenever possible,
look for nitrate-free preserved meats. When you do eat foods
containing nitrates, have a glass of orange juice at the same time
(for instance, orange juice with your morning bacon). Vitamin C is
known to inhibit the conversion to nitrosamines in your stomach.

Alcohol

This one item has created more problems than all the rest put
together. Of course, it is possible to consume alcohol wisely and
safely and enjoy it immensely, such as a fine glass of wine with a
delicious dinner. But even if you exercise caution in no other area of
your diet, this is the area where you should.

Raw oysters

Raw oysters can carry deadly bacteria that can cause severe illness or
death. Because it is strictly "buyer beware" when buying them, you
take a big risk every time you do. To date, no government or
independent body inspects seafood for safety or will guarantee its
quality. Oysters are a nutritious food, and are great to include in
your diet, but if you do, cook them first!

Saturated animal fats

That means fatty meats, especially beef and pork, or the skin on
poultry. It also includes full-fat dairy products such as cheese, milk
and cream. Fatty meat and dairy products do have some contributions to
make to a diet, but none that can't be found elsewhere.

Soda

Drinking soda is a poor way to get fluids. They are full of sugar or
artificial sweeteners and often contain caffeine, artificial colors
and flavors. Substitute homemade soda by mixing sparkling water with
fresh, 100 percent juice.

Low-acid home-canned foods

Home canning can be dangerous for foods low in acid such as green
beans, carrots or other garden vegetables. The potential of botulism
is high because home canners often do not reach the temperatures and
pressures necessary to kill the botulism spores that may contaminate
the food. Low-acid home-canned foods are one of the main causes of
food poisoning.

High-fat snacks, chips

Even if they are made with vegetable oil, they should be minimized.
The balance of fat in our diets has shifted too far to the omega-6
variety, found in most processed vegetable oils. It is thought that
too many of these fats may be leading to certain chronic diseases.
Instead, focus on fruits and non-fat whole grains for snacking.

Liquid meals

They aren't inherently bad for you, but they do keep you from eating
whole, natural foods that contain more nutrients and fiber and
disease-fighting phytochemicals. They may be okay for people who are
too sick to eat, but don't let them displace the real foods in your
diet.

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