5 worst foods to consume when you are trying to lose weight and feel better

Are you struggling to feel your best, despite your efforts to eat well and take care of yourself?

Do you think you are eating the 'right' things but not getting any results?

Here are some of the worst foods to avoid when trying to gain more energy and lose weight.

1. Soft Drinks and Energy Drinks

These beverages are loaded with sugar and caffeine, which can lead to energy crashes and weight gain. They provide empty calories and can disrupt your body's natural balance. They also spike your blood sugar levels, causing your insulin to rise. If this happens too often it can lead to insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes.

2. Industrial Seed Oils

Industrial seed oils, such as soybean oil and corn oil, canola oil and sunflower oils are high in omega-6 fatty acids, which can cause inflammation in the body. This inflammation can lead to a host of health issues, including heart disease and diabetes. These oils can also spike your blood sugar levels and raise your insulin, leading to further health complications.

Industrial seed oils are commonly found in processed and packaged foods, including:

1. Margarine

2. Salad dressings

3. Mayonnaise

4. Processed snacks (chips, crackers)

5. Baked goods (cakes, cookies, pastries)

6. Fried foods

7. Fast food

8. Packaged desserts

These oils are often used because they are inexpensive and have a long shelf life, but they can have negative effects on your health.

3. Refined and Artificial Sugar

Refined sugars, like those found in lollies, sweet treats and baked goods, can cause spikes and crashes in blood sugar levels, leading to fatigue, mood swings and weight gain. Artificial sugars, such as aspartame, can also have negative effects on your health.

4. Fake Meats

Fake meats, such as veggie burgers and soy-based products, often contain unhealthy additives and preservatives. They are also highly processed and can be difficult for your body to digest. These can cause inflammation in your body and have you feeling terrible.

5. Fake Butters.

Margarine is often marketed as a healthier alternative to butter, but it is actually high in trans fats, which can increase your risk of heart disease and other health issues. It can also spike your blood sugar levels and raise your insulin, contributing to inflammation and other health complications.

Margarine typically contains a blend of vegetable oils, which can include various seed oils such as soybean oil, corn oil, cottonseed oil, and canola oil. These oils are often hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated to solidify them, which creates trans fats, a type of unhealthy fat that can increase the risk of heart disease and inflammation.

Let's go!

Avoiding these foods can definitely help you feel better and improve your overall health. They can zap your energy levels and hinder your weight loss efforts. By making healthier choices and avoiding these foods, you can feel more energised, focused, and ready to tackle whatever comes your way.

At Nutrition Queensland, we understand the confusion surrounding the best food choices and the importance of making healthy choices. If you are struggling with trying your best but not getting any results, book a free health reset call with us today and let us help you make real changes that will last a lifetime. Together, we can bust through the nutrition myths and help you  to feel your very best!

Your friend and Nutritionist,

Kate xx