These Foods Are Surprisingly High In Sugar
Sugar. It is delicious and it satisfies your cravings.
But what you may not realize is this: Sugar is sabotaging your pro cheer fitness goals. It's packed with empty calories and worse, it increases a person's risk of weight gain. Here's another sad news: Sugar increases skin aging and worsens conditions like acne!
The first thing you must do to kick your sugar habit is to know which foods are loaded with sugar. As long as you are aware of these foods, you can start minimizing or avoiding them.
1. Breakfast cereals
Breakfast cereals are made from whole grains and are fortified with vitamins and minerals. Shouldn't they be healthy? Dig deeper and you will realize that breakfast cereals are coated in frosting before they're dried. Avoid options that market themselves as low-fat and are flavored.
2. Energy bars
Do you shop for energy bars to "boost" your energy levels on hectic days? Unless you consume an energy bar right before a workout, it can quickly spike your blood glucose and fill your body's glycogen stores. Should you go for an energy bar, choose one that's low in carbohydrates and high in protein.
3. White bread
The next time you reach for that delicious slice of bread, think twice before you add some jam or peanut butter. Because here's the thing: While you may not like the plain taste of white bread, it contains 11.6 grams of carbohydrates and 1.6 grams of sugar per slice.
4. Flavored water
The fact is that most flavored water options at the grocery are packed with artificial sweeteners - corn syrup, cane sugar, and sucralose. Why not make your own natural, refreshing drink instead? You can add slices of cucumber, lime, mint, or other herbs you like.
5. Salad dressing
Do you love salad because it satisfies you and nourishes you with vitamins and minerals? You might be enjoying that delicious bowl, not knowing that you're consuming more sugar than an ice cream sundae. The culprit? Salad dressing. The next time you shop for a salad dressing, check the nutrition label to see how many carbs and sugar are present. Don't be afraid of fat. Fat doesn't make you fat. Sugar does.
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