Eat these sparingly
SATURATED FATS
They slow down some essential cell functions and compete with good oils for nutrients. Can be found in some baked products.
TRANS-FATS
They lower good cholesterol and raise bad cholesterol, increasing the risk of coronary heart disease. Can be found in some chips and margarines.
VEGETABLE OIL
May cause irregular heart rhythm, cramps and other health problems. Can be found in oils such as sunflower, corn and soy.
WHITE FLOUR
They lack essential nutrients and their rapid absorption causes imbalances in sugar levels. Found in some pastas and noodles.
SUGAR
White and brown sugar and most soft drinks contain no fibre, vitamins or minerals making them very bad for your heart and teeth. An example of a food that contains lots of sugar, is doughnuts.
SALT (SODIUM CHLORIDE)
When most people think of salt, they think of shaking it on their food or adding a pinch to cooking, however, 75% of the salt we consume is already in foods we eat everyday. When you're shopping take a look at the label and try to choose brands/recipes that contain less salt. The government recommends that you eat no more than 6g of salt a day, excess salt intake can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease and strokes.