While one bad meal – we're talking fried, cheese-loaded foods – won't transform your body, the best way to lose weight (and keep it off, too) is to maintain a healthy diet. You've heard it before, but soda, juice, and other store-bought beverages, along with junk food, are some of the biggest obstacles to maintaining a healthy diet, and losing weight. Also read: To lose weight fast and stay fit, follow these perfect diet plans that burn fat Losing those extra kilos is not as easy as putting them on.
It doesn't matter if you have 5 or 15 kg to lose, there are certain foods you should avoid . Occasional indulgences are okay, but fried foods are something you should steer clear of if your are trying to maintain a healthy weight. Ahead are 5 foods that make weight loss more difficult, and have other adverse health effects.
Junk food Dr Kiran Soni, Head, Department of Nutrition and Health, Yatharth Hospital in Greater Noida advises her patients to be ‘mindful of their eating habits and to steer clear of specific items that can derail their weight loss efforts’. She says, "Avoid eating chips, cookies, and fast food. They're often high in unhealthy fats and added sugars, which ultimately increase weight.
" Interestingly, a 2011 study found that potato chips may contribute to more weight gain per serving than any other food. Therefore, it’s best to enjoy these foods in moderation as part of a balanced diet. Sugary drinks Sugary beverages, like soda, are high in calories and .