5 Forbidden Foods: Say No!

There are at least 5 foods and drinks that you should eliminate from your diet to eat healthier. If you find it difficult to eliminate everything at once, eliminate one item at a time to gradually reduce your intake. If you replace these foods with fresh food, you can reduce your risk of certain diseases and prevent other unwanted health conditions.

1. Canned meat
   Canned meats, such as canned chicken and stewed meats, are full of preservatives. Although canned meats can be useful in emergencies, do not include them in your diet on a regular basis.

2. Canned soup
   Most canned soups are high in sodium. If you don't have time to make your own soup or broth, look for low-sodium options at your local grocery store.

3. fried food
   Any fried food can contain hidden calories. Some restaurants may use oil with trans fats or coat fried foods with generous amounts of buttermilk or eggs. Prefer grilled or baked meats and vegetables. If you like to eat fried food occasionally, fry the food yourself so you can choose your own oil and customize the recipe.

4. Fast food
   Sometimes you can enjoy a large portion of French fries, but you should exclude fast food from your daily diet. Most fast food is fried in oil and rarely contains significant amounts of healthy vitamins and minerals. Limit your consumption of fast food to a couple of times a month.

5. Fruit snacks
   Why eat fruit snacks when you can actually eat fruit? Although some brands may add essential vitamins and minerals to their fruit snacks, fruit roll-ups and other processed fruit snacks can be high in sugar and other additives. Opt for a natural approach and choose fresh fruit instead.