Hyderabad:For many, lockdown has resulted in stress and boredom, these are some of the reasons to overeat or binge eat.
Unknowingly this leads to unprecedented weight gain and to top it emotional eating too adds to it. But, there are certain foods that are more harmful for health than others. Here’s a list of foods, which you should consider avoiding and binge eating on them.
Sugary Soda: Sodas with added sugar are nothing but just empty calories; they don’t provide any essential nutrients to the body and are also highly addictive. Studies have shown that people consuming sugary soda are likely to gain more weight than people who don’t. Also, it’s consumption is related to many diseases like obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart diseases, etc.
Pizzas: The pizzas you enjoy at pizza bars are not healthy. They are loaded with unhealthy calories. Some of the most popular varieties are made up of refined flour, loaded with cheese and processed meat. High intake of this meat is linked with obesity, and risk of heart diseases and some cancers. Therefore, opt for pizzas with healthier ingredients like whole grain dough and vegetables or make them at home.
Doughnuts: Doughnuts contain high amounts of calories, sugar and refined flour. They are also deep fried and have added fats in the form of toppings of chocolate sauce and other sweet ingredients. So, even if you choose to eat them, try consuming smaller portions to satisfy your cravings.