Processed foods to avoid (with alternatives):

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1) Breakfast cereals

- Give you a huge sugar spike (high glycemic index) followed by a slump

- Limited nutritional value (empty calories)

- Get hungry again sooner

Alternative:

- oatmeal/porridge (slow release energy, low glycemic index)

- eggs (high protein)

2) Fizzy Drinks

- High in sugar and additives
- Can cause insulin resistance and increased risk of T2 diabetes
- DON’T drink your calories

Alternatives:

- WATER (the liquid of the gods, drink it in. 3-4L per day)
- Soda water with a squeeze of fresh lemon

3) Cakes, Pastries etc

- High calorific foods with next to no nutritional value
- High in sugar causing blood sugar spike and then slump
- “Empty” calories

Alternative:

- Dark chocolate (less sugar)
- Nuts (healthy fats, high in calories but provide protein, zinc etc)

4) Processed meat (chicken nuggets, ham etc)

- Poor quality meat that is pumped full of water and additives to increase shelf-life

Alternatives:

- Chicken breast (low fat, high protein)
- Steak (high protein, iron, vit B12)

5. Bread

There’s a reason homemade bread goes stale so quickly but supermarket bread lasts for a week.

No it’s not magic. It’s due to the preservatives and additives.

Avoid as much as possible. Yes you can treat yourself but try healthier alternatives (spelt, rye, wholegrain)

In summary; the list of processed foods is endless. I’ve focussed on a few with easy, healthier alternatives that are readily accessible.

But don’t take my word for it.

Give it a try and see how much better you feel.

Goodbye lethargy and tiredness.

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