The Unexpected ‘Clean Food’ You Should STOP Eating Because it Causes Instant Weight Gain

Say it ain’t so-- even low-fat yogurt can be detrimental to your diet! According to Healthline, many low-fat yogurts are loaded with added sugars that can lead to weight gain. The website reveals that sugar is oftentimes added to enhance flavor in low-fat products. Healthline explains that you’re actually better off sticking to full-fat yogurt because studies show that women who contain high-fat dairy products gained less weight than women who choose sugary low-fat options.

It’s also key to stick to plain yogurts or Greek yogurts instead of sugary fruity yogurts. Greek yogurts contain about 17 grams of protein, which helps you feel satisfied and prevents you from reaching for another quick snack to fill you up. Plain or Greek yogurts are also a safe option considering many yogurts contain unwanted calories and sugar. 

If you’re really in the mood for a fruity flavor in your morning parfait then we recommend adding fresh fruit such as sliced strawberries or blueberries to your yogurt. We all know that a common yogurt bowl ingredient is granola, of course. However, you need to be extra careful when adding the crunchy ingredient to your bowl.

Granola can be healthy if you choose a product without extra sugar flavoring. Registered Dietitian Dawn Orsaeo explains to Shape that some companies add honey or chocolate to granola which adds a lot of sugar to it, outweighing the usual nutritional benefits of granola. Granola is typically calorie-dense and high in both protein and fiber, which makes an unsweetened granola ideal for weight loss. So remember: stick to plain yogurt with fresh fruit and natural granola for the weight loss results you've been waiting for. 

What are some of your go-to healthy clean foods for weight loss? Let us know your favorites in the comments below!