Of course, it is important to eat as nutritiously as possible to lose your baby weight. There are some types of foods that will just pack on extra pounds so you will obviously want to try to stay away from them. Here is a list of which foods to avoid to lose weight postpartum:
1. Whole Dairy Products. Whole dairy products such as whole milk, cheese and yogurt are high in fat and calories so they may just help you to put on extra weight rather than take it off. Dairy products provide you with calcium and protein so they are great for your body which means you don't want to shut them out completely, but just eat the low fat/low calorie versions. For milk, it is best to stick to skim or 1%.
2. Refined Grains. Foods such as white bread, rice and pasta make the list of which foods to avoid to lose weight postpartum as they contain very little fiber and nutritional value, and are also higher in calories. Whole grain foods are great because they are lower in calories and higher in fiber which means you feel full for longer amounts of time, so you will eat less. So when eating things like cereal, bread, rice and pasta, try to stick to the whole grain kinds.
3. Fried Foods. I am sure you know that fried foods (such as fried chicken, french fries, onion rings, etc.) are high up on the list of which foods to avoid to lose weight postpartum. These foods contain unhealthy fats such as trans and saturated fats. They also contain a lot of calories so it is best to stick to healthier cooking methods such as broiling, grilling, steaming, roasting, etc.
4. Sugary Drinks. Types of beverages such as fruit juice, alcohol and soda are high in sugar and contain empty calories. Instead, it is best to drink lots of water, and green tea is great too. Instead of fruit juice, it is best to have an actual piece of fruit, so instead of apple juice, have an apple. You get more nutrients and satiety in the fruit.
5. Processed Foods. Processed foods, such as prepackaged dinners, packaged cookies, chips, etc., are normally higher in sodium and fat. They are also usually low in healthy nutrients. These are definitely foods to avoid to lose weight postpartum.
6. Fast Food. Many fast food items are higher in calories, fat and sodium. They may also be cooked in unhealthy ways such as deep-frying. They may also have unhealthy sauces, gravies, dressings, etc. added to them such as mayonnaise, butter, Alfredo sauce, etc. Many restaurants now have healthier options to choose from, so try to stick to these when eating out.
7. Fatty Meats. When determining which foods to avoid to lose weight postpartum, you want to stay away from fatty cuts of meat. Try to stick to lean cuts such as lean or extra lean ground beef, chicken, turkey, etc. Many fatty meats are high in saturated fats and calories.
8. Sweets. Sweet treats, such as chocolate bars, cookies and doughnuts, are high in sugar, fat, calories and carbohydrates so it is best to avoid these when trying to lose weight. Try to substitute your sugar cravings with healthier options such as fruit.
It is a good idea to familiarize yourself with which foods are healthy options and which foods to avoid to lose weight postpartum. This list will help you to determine which foods to stay away from, and this will get you well on your way to a healthier, thinner you! I wish you the best of luck!
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