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We all know how important it is to stick to foods that are good for you – not only for weight loss but also for maintaining healthy function throughout our bodies. And we all know how hard it can be to stick to healthy foods when the unhealthy options are so enticing. That’s what makes it even more annoying to learn that there are many foods that people think are healthy, but are really bad options in disguise.
These are the foods nutritionists say you should stop eating:
Granola
It might be surprising, but it’s true: granola is loaded with added sugars, from sweetening additives like sugar, honey, corn syrup or molasses. If you can find granola that is completely plain, without any additives, that is the type that is okay to eat.
Dried Fruit
Many people assume that all fruit is good for you, but this is not the case. Dried fruit is almost always a poor choice of snack because it not only contains all of the natural sugars found in fruit, but it also usually has some added sugars to make it more of a desirable snack.
Flavored Yogurt
While yogurt is generally good for you, flavored yogurt is not. This is because the flavoring is typically achieved through artificial ingredients and added sugars. The best way to make a healthy snack out of yogurt is to buy a plain variety and add your own flavoring with honey or cinnamon.
Rice Cakes
Even though they are very low in calories, rice cakes are not really good for you because they are high in sodium and low in any type of nutritional value. Eating them can actually make you feel hungrier, which can lead to eating extra snacks that can hurt your diet.
