Hey there, viewers! Following a healthy diet? Well have we got a surprise for you today!
Let’s talk about some health foods you shouldn’t eat too much of. In today’s video, we are going to
discuss exactly this. We will talk about 9 health foods that are harmful if you eat them too much.
Is it beans or sweet potato? What about tuna fish and liver?
Did grapefruit make it to our list? We’re talking all that AND more.
Beans
Surprised to see beans on our list? Weren’t they supposed to be great for your health? Well yes.
Beans are rich in fiber, proteins, vitamins and minerals.
Garbanzo beans, black beans, kidney beans are all smart choices. But you need to pay
attention to your portion size . Or else you might end up with digestive problems.
Eating too many beans will cause bloating. The result is discomfort from gas and cramps.
There is also another danger. Too much fiber hinders the absorption of
essential nutrients like zinc, magnesium, iron and calcium.
If there’s too much fiber in your diet, it binds these nutrients together and
then leaves your body, robbing your body of the nutrients it needs. So watch your fiber intake.
You do need it, but in a healthy quantity. Don’t go overboard!
Do you watch your fiber intake? What is your favorite way to eat more fiber? Maybe salads
or lentils? Share your preferences with the Bestie community in the comments below!
Tuna
Who doesn’t love a delicious tuna sandwich? It is a fatty fish rich in omega 3 acids and protein.
In fact, tuna is a popular protein choice for people trying to lose weight or to gain muscle.
But eating too much tuna can be detrimental to your health.
This is because of our own actions. Environmental pollution has reached water bodies as well.
And the result is the fish becoming polluted.
Fish like tuna get polluted with mercury and lead. When you eat them, these pollutants enter
your body as well. High levels cause dangerous reactions on your body, as these are neurotoxins.
They can cause developmental problems in children,
speech impairments and lack of coordination. To avoid the risk,
opt for smaller tuna. The large kind sees more mercury build up in their tissues over time.
Small tuna is ideal for canning. There are two types of canned tuna.
Their mercury content is different. Light tuna has lower levels of mercury,
while white tuna contains four to five times the amount of mercury found in light tuna.
Grapefruit
People love this next entry for a few reasons. Mostly because of the insane amount of vitamin
C it offers. It boosts your immunity, fights off signs of aging and reduces the risk
of a heart attack. This is all thanks to their high antioxidant levels.
But you can’t eat too much grapefruit. Especially if you’re on any type of med.
Grapefruit can interfere with the enzyme in the intestinal tract,
causing absorption issues. This can exaggerate the effects of some meds.
Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are delicious AND healthy.
They are the best alternative to white potatoes, which are loaded with carbs and fats.
Not just that, sweet potatoes are filled with great nutrition.
They offer lots of vitamins B & C, manganese and copper.
But the side effects of eating too much is actually pretty weird. Your
skin color can turn orange! Not kidding. The high levels of beta-carotene present
in sweet potatoes are responsible for this effect!
If this happens, cut back on sweet potatoes and anything
that carries high amounts of beta-carotene. Even carrots.
Tofu
Another entry that is well-loved, and rightfully so. It is a great alternative for vegans to meet
their daily protein needs. All thanks to the presence of essential amino acids.
Plus it has selenium, manganese and calcium.
It tastes delicious too! You can add it to your sandwiches,
curries and even make burger patties using tofu. Sounds great, doesn’t it?
Unfortunately you have to be very careful with how much tofu you’re eating. This is
because it’s made from soya. More than 4 soybean servings daily can give you health problems.
Soybean contains high levels of protein inhibiting enzymes.
These enzymes interfere with protein absorption. Low levels of protein cause muscle weakness,
skin problems, hair trouble and many other health issues.
Before we move ahead, here’s a video you might like.
Watch to learn more about the 11 foods that can actually kill you. Now back to our discussion.
Cinnamon
This delicious spice sure refreshes a lot of memories. Whether it’s cakes,
cookies or other recipes, cinnamon makes every taste more delightful. I even add it to my coffee.
This spice also offers certain medicinal properties thanks to its high antioxidant content.
Cinnamon helps your body fight against inflammation, and lowers your blood sugar levels.
Not just that, various researches have shown cinnamon to be helpful in
reducing your risk of diabetes, heart disease and certain types of cancer.
But that doesn’t mean you go on a cinnamon eating spree! Watch your portions, or you
will harm your body. Cinnamon has high amounts of a compound that is dangerous in large doses.
This harmful substance is found in both types of cinnamon. The first is Cassia, the second Ceylon.
Cassia is often called the regular cinnamon, because it’s more common in kitchens.
It has a relatively high amount of coumarin, the harmful substance I just mentioned.
Ceylon is the true cinnamon. You normally don’t find it in kitchens. Although it is
much better for taste, as well as health. Ceylon cinnamon has much lower amounts of coumarin.
So, how much cinnamon can you safely eat every day?
If it is Cassia cinnamon, eat no more than 0.5–2 grams of it each day.
Better choose Ceylon cinnamon as you eat up to 1 teaspoon of it. Which is 5 grams per day!
Chilli peppers
Admit it, chillies make food taste even more AWESOME.
Some cuisines like Mexican and Indian use chillies as one of the main ingredients.
People love their food to have a good kick. But did you realize chillies offer several health
benefits as well. They have high levels of antioxidants that boost your immunity.
Are people always complimenting you on how young you look?
Well chillies might be the reason. The antioxidants fight signs of aging.
So why should you not eat as many? Short answer… Chillies have capsaicin! This
chemical component of chilli lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of a heart attack.
But when you have too much capsaicin in your body, it causes serious side effects.
It will disrupt your body’s natural sleep cycle and cause temperature hikes.
Not just that, you might also face diarrhea, nausea and abdominal pain.
Nutmeg
If you’re a coffee lover but hate the thought of added sugar going into your body,
nutmeg powder could be the answer. Both nutmeg and cinnamon have a unique
taste. This tricks your brain into thinking your taste buds have come across something sweet.
This is why so many natural weight loss advocates
swear by the wonderful effects of nutmeg. Sounds enticing right?
Well you need to be careful of nutmeg. Too much can trigger odd reactions. Your behaviour
might change from mild to worse. Some people might even have out-of-body hallucinations.
Organ meat
Seeing this pick on our list must have definitely surprised you.
Everywhere we hear how good organ meats, especially liver, are for your body.
It gives you loads of iron, copper, vitamin A and B12.
In fact, just a portion of beef liver offers you unbelievable amounts of vitamin A
and copper. Don’t believe us? How about this? 100 grams of beef liver offers seven
times the recommended dietary intake of copper AND six times that of vitamin A.
So you see where we are going with this? What will happen if you eat too much?
You will have a large amount of vitamin A and copper in your body.
Yes they are nutrients your body needs. But a high level is very bad for you. For instance,
vitamin A is a fat soluble vitamin. It is stored in fats and stays in your body.
Too much of vitamin A causes toxicity. It results in serious vision problems, nausea,
increased risk of fractures and bone pain. Some people also experience
frequent puking due to vitamin A toxicity.
Similarly, the toxicity of copper can cause oxidative stress.
This increases your risk of getting Alzheimer’s disease.
Do you feel like you’re eating too many of these items? Would
you consider dropping any? Let us know in the comments below. We would love to hear from you!