“Are You Eating Enough to Live—or Just Living to Eat? Discover the Surprising Truth Behind Overfeeding and Undernourishment!”
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), almost 37% of adults eat fast food on any given day, causing a significant rise in obesity and nutrient deficiencies.
4. Excessive Consumption of Refined Grains
Refined grains such as white rice and processed white bread lack the nutritional value of whole grains packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals. During the refining process, the most nutrient-dense parts of the grain, bran and germ, are stripped of fiber and other essential nutrients before they’re used in the final food products.
One study found that a high intake of refined grains is linked with increased body fat and a greater risk of metabolic syndrome.
5. Overindulgence
Whether it’s the holiday season or a special occasion, desserts are hard to resist. They are a staple on the table. But here’s the not-so-sweet part: most desserts contain sugars, refined flour, and unhealthy fats. While they give you a sugar rush, they’re not exactly packing in the nutrients your body actually needs.
Since added sugars are common in desserts, they are linked to increased risks of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.
6. Poor Vegetable and Fruit Intake
It is recommended that people eat at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables daily, but according to the CDC, only 10% of Americans meet that goal.
Fruits and vegetables are primary sources of essential nutrients like Vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. Low consumption of fruits and vegetables and an overreliance on processed and junk foods can leave you overweight but undernourished. Finding creative ways to add produce to meals, like smoothies, soups, or salads, can make a world of difference.
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