You might not think too hard on how some foods are made
but knowing what's inside the package might just keep you from buying them
entirely prepare to be surprised and possibly
disgusted by the top 10 foods you'll avoid
after you know how it's made part five kind of gross right yeah
margarine this tastes like saddle soap well
it's not really your concern if you're trying to cut butter out of your diet in
favor of this plant-based alternative you might want to think again about
which of them is actually better for you advertised as a heart-healthy
alternative to butter margarine is made with vegetable oil
this sounds great and healthy at first until you find out that the way they
make the margarine have a consistency that imitates butter
is through a lot of processing and human intervention
seen as vegetable oil is normally a liquid at room temperature scientists
had to modify its chemical structure to keep it solidified
they do this through the process of hydrogenation which hardens up the
liquid into a consistency that more easily mimics butter a lot of unhealthy
trans fats are formed through this process which
definitely isn't your best option if you're trying to lose weight
you want me to lose weight though margarine is marketed as a healthy
alternative to butter most of the time the amount of processing that goes into
it makes it far less healthy in the long run than
regular butter which is in most cases a concentrated solid of
dairy fat if you're trying to watch what you're
eating you're better off getting organic grass-fed butter from your local farm
store which has high levels of omega-3s that are
actually good for your heart health boutique fruit juices okay stewie when
barbara hands you that orange juice you're gonna drink it and smile and
really show us that energy from your audition
though it may seem surprising that a drink most people think is healthy has
made it onto this list it's what's inside fancy fruit juice
that may surprise you though most of these expensive juices
claim to be full of fruit and are healthy for you as a result
they actually contain a ton of calories that won't really fill you up
doctors have discussed how boutique fruit juices don't give you any of the
nutritional benefits that eating full fruits and veggies will
but will still have you ingesting a lot of calories in a short amount of time
eating whole fruits and veggies gives you the calories and subsequent
nutrients over the span of a few minutes if you close your eyes it almost feels
like you're eating runny eggs while expensive fruit juice loads up the
calories in the short time it takes to drink it
while simultaneously giving you very few of the benefits of the fruits and
vegetables that were juiced this probably has something to do with
the fact that fruit juices are squeezed as opposed to smoothies which are
blended juicing a fruit gets all of its flavor
out without really releasing the meat of the fruit which is what makes it filling
and good for you it's kind of a bummer to see an item
most people think to be healthy on this list but the harsh reality is
that drinking up your vitamins probably isn't the best way to replace eating an
apple or some grapefruit in the morning plus you've likely spent way too much
money at fancy juice boutiques anyway sausages please don't kill me please
just just wait the next time you're at a baseball game
or a cookout you may be craving one of those big tasty hot dogs but
hearing how they're made may make you think twice about ordering one
hey hot dog i get six hot dogs down here right away
although they're made of meat sausages and hot dogs are low in protein which is
a nutrient you definitely want to be getting out of your meat products
whenever you eat them despite this they're super high in
sodium which means you're filling up your daily value without really reaping
the benefits of eating unprocessed meat most hot dogs are made
from scraps of meat that have been blended together
so you can never be sure what part of the animal you're actually eating
this blend of discarded scraps is known as pink slime
in the meat industry which is quite possibly the most unappetizing
phrase out there especially when placed in the context of meat
a quick search on youtube of how hot dogs are made is a surefire way to deter
you from eating them for the rest of your life
in case you're still tempted to pick one up during the game or at the grocery
store you'd probably be better off picking out
a hamburger over a sausage or hot dog seen as most hamburgers are made from
freshly ground beef and will probably taste better as a
result anyway skip the processed meat in favor of a
real source of protein your body and taste buds will thank you
ramen noodles this is really good let's face it no one can steer
completely clear of instant ramen noodles
whether you're hungover in college or both everyone knows these quick noodles
aren't the healthiest option out there but knowing what's in these late night
snacks and how they're made may deter you from buying them again
though most variations of ramen noodles are low in calories per serving they
also lack significant nutritional value in some cases they've even been
fortified with synthetic versions of nutritional elements you'd find in fruit
and veggies like iron and b vitamins it's packed
with sodium so eating one package of ramen noodles makes it near impossible
to keep within the healthy amount of sodium recommended for one day
spilling the salt is very bad luck not to mention the nutritional value written
on a package of noodles is for one serving but if you're living alone and
need to fill up on a budget you're likely to eat the whole package
yourself which essentially doubles your intake of whatever's written on that
nutrition label if you're still itching to get that
savory ramen flavor without ingesting all the bad stuff look into
ways of preparing traditional fresh ramen noodles these are a lot less
bad for you and are topped with fun and healthy
ingredients like eggs duck meat and vegetables the next time
you're looking for packaged noodles at the asian grocery store
check to see if they have these ingredients for a healthy
and tasty alternative lunchables a simple packet with just ham cheese and
crackers if you grew up in the 90s or early 2000s
you've definitely had a lunchable at least once
though these snack boxes are packed with nostalgia they're also packed with tons
of not so healthy ingredients most of the meat found within a
lunchable is processed alongside other deli meats processed meats often
contain preservatives and additives that may lead to a risk of cancer
and other health issues grains found in lunchables are also
refined meaning that the bran and germ found organically within the grains is
mechanically removed this is done to give the grains a more desirable texture
and extend their shelf life but has also resulted in them not
containing nearly as many nutrients as whole grains do
though it might have been considered a win to find a lunchable in your backpack
while in elementary school the lack of nutrients shouldn't come as
a surprise hey that's too much information the lack
of veggies and inclusion of candy in what is supposed
to be a well-rounded lunch for kids is a dead giveaway that these highly
processed lunches should be avoided at all costs
candies like m m's or nerds pack in the sugar without offering anything
nutritious which isn't great for growing kids
a simple sandwich with some fruit would definitely be a better option for the
young ones or yourself than one of these processed
pre-packed lunches donuts so you like doughnuts eh
you might want to think twice before bringing a dozen of these bad boys to
your next work conference donuts are deep fried and smothered in
sugar which may fuel you for a while but the high refined sugar content will
lead to a horrible crash later on in the day
as opposed to natural sugars which will help keep you fuller for longer periods
of time refined sugars are more processed and
offer spikes of energy that fade out fast not only that but donuts are often
made from gmo white flour which is highly glycemic
this means that it'll cause a spike in your blood sugar which definitely isn't
a great way to start your workday donuts contain lots of trans fats too
which clog up your arteries and are said to increase your risk of cancer
although you might think that donuts are heavy enough to fill you up
they're likely to leave you hungrier than you were before you ate them
instead of grabbing a donut for breakfast don't tell me how to eat
donuts try eating some granola and fruit yogurt
alongside your morning coffee you'll stay full for longer
while still satisfying your sweet tooth which will help you start your day
off on the right foot raw oysters though they're known for their qualities
as an aphrodisiac you may want to opt for cooking your oysters instead of
cracking them open and eating them raw though they may not be anywhere near as
processed as the other items on this list
raw oysters may be carriers of foodborne illnesses
though all raw seafood poses the threat of getting you sick
oysters in particular may run the risk of infecting you with hepatitis a
and norovirus specifically enjoying a plate of oysters with some white wine
may seem like an indulgence but the severe symptoms that
come with hepatitis a don't really seem worth a luxurious meal
with symptoms like nausea abdominal pain itchiness and jaundice
being common in those infected with hepatitis a
it may be a wiser move to ask for your oysters cooked instead of ordering on
the half shell you'll still be able to enjoy your
seafood and the supposed lusty after effects but won't have to
deal with the potential consequences of consuming contaminated raw food
raw oysters are already a polarizing food with some people loving and
others hating the way they taste so why do we do this
but the risk factors that come with liking this controversial seafood
might just tip the scale and put oysters more in the
gross category than the delicious one regular soda where you put all that
stuff another unsurprising entry on this list
you don't have to be a rocket scientist to know that soda isn't good for your
long-term health though it may prove to be refreshing on a hot day
the drawbacks of drinking regular soda far outweigh the momentarily sweet taste
regular soda often contains a lot of calories that you'll be drinking quickly
which is basically liquefying your daily intake the sugar
found in regular soda often causes energy spikes headaches and
even changes in your mood this combined with the caffeine content found in many
sodas is bound to make you feel jittery after
drinking one diet sodas aren't off the hook
either most of them contain aspartame which some
say can lead to seizures cancer cardiovascular disease
dementia and other serious health issues though the soda commercials often show
people being active while drinking their favorite sugary beverage
most people like to enjoy a soda while hanging out with friends or watching tv
in other words living a sedentary lifestyle the combination of sugary
drinks paired with a lack of exercise has been one of the many contributing
factors to the increased risk of obesity in the united states oh my god i'm a fat
guy if you're looking for something fizzy
and refreshing to drink on a hot day or simply to enjoy while watching your
favorite reality show you're better off getting seltzer water
which has a pleasantly fruity taste without any added sugar or nasty
chemicals wheat man was not meant to eat bread what do
you mean man was not meant to eat bread though gluten-free foods have become
more and more accessible in grocery stores and restaurants cutting out wheat
may seem impossible at first but it might
actually prove beneficial if you're looking to eat a bit healthier
many people suffer from gluten intolerance and feel sick after
consuming wheat products with 1 in 100 people worldwide suffering
from celiac disease which is a severe gluten allergy
with symptoms like constipation nausea and vomiting
and chronic diarrhea being some of the symptoms of celiac disease
it's scary how something found in so many foods can have such an
adverse effect on people's bodies however wheat can be
a good part of your diet as long as you know which wheat products are healthy
and which ones aren't being a member of the grain family wheat
is also susceptible to being refined which is a process that removes
nutrients from the grain in an effort to lengthen the food's shelf
life what have you done whole wheat is rich in fiber which helps
with digestion but refined wheat contains almost no
fiber whatsoever as long as your body isn't having any bad reactions to the
gluten found in wheat whole wheat products are a healthier
alternative to their refined counterparts
be sure to check labels to know which kind you're getting
spam spam and reese's all right i love favorites can i have it is it any
surprise that this infamous mystery meat would be at the
top of this list though meat in a can may be convenient for keeping it fresh
and ready for lunches or other recipes the amount of chemicals and
preservatives found within a can of spam will make you think twice before
reaching for this item at the grocery store again
spam is said to be made originally from pork but it's also made with
lots of salt bindings and preservatives the pork itself isn't even a single cut
of meat it's a combination of pork shoulder and
ham that have been binded together and infused with sodium nitrite to give
spam its pink color the fact that it can stay on your shelf for years without
spoiling has made spam popular overseas since distributors can ship it without
being afraid of the meat going bad though spam may not have been your first
choice in terms of lunch meat this canned product is popular enough
for production plants to make more than 40
000 cans of spam every hour amazing isn't it what modern technology can do
if you really want to avoid it be careful
spam can show up in the most unlikely of places
with sushi being one of the most popular avenues in which it is used
it's nearly guaranteed that fresh lunch meat will taste better on your sandwich
anyway and will be appetizing enough for you to
eat it before it goes bad which eliminates the need
for spam entirely you're much better off choosing
fresh meat from an animal you can actually recognize
than opting for a can of mysterious meat off the shelf
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