
Foods and Beverages Which Should Be Consumed in Moderation.
Challenge Accepted !
1. Products that contain refined sugar:
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Some soft drinks or “soda pop” (both dietetic and non-dietetic);
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Various commercial cereals made from processed grains (corn, wheat, rice, etc.);
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Candies and other sweets;
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Some soft drinks prepared from powdered formulas.
2. Products that contain high-fructose corn syrup:
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Ketchup (Catsup);
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Candy bars;
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Some non-dietetic soft drinks;
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Some commercial breakfast cereals;
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Some cookies and pastries;
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Certain types of granola or “high energy” bars.
3. Refined Flour:
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White bread;
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Certain types of pasta (non whole - wheat);
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Cookies and pastries;
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Processed wheat tortillas;
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Some commercial breakfast cereals.
4. Saturated fats:
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Pork lard;
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Butter;
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Cream;
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Processed cheeses (may also contain artificial colors and chemical preservatives);
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Certain types of seafood (shrimp can be high in cholesterol, for example).
5. Hydrogenated fats:
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Margarines (especially the solid type);
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Mayonnaise and tartar sauce;
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Some cookies and pastries;
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Certain brands of ice cream;
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Some “instant” soups.
6. Cold meats (also known as “Cold cuts”):
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Hot dogs (“wieners”);
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Lunch ham;
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Sausage;
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Ham;
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“Head cheese”;
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Salami;
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Pepperoni.