14 Worst Foods for Belly Fat

Refined-sugars

11. Any food containing refined sugars

Foods containing large amounts of refined sugars have little nutritional value but are high in “empty” calories.

These increase blood glucose levels, causing weight gain and an associated increase in diabetes risk.

Refined sugars are among the most common sources of the simple carbohydrates encouraging your body to store extra weight around your abdomen.

These sugars are not natural substances, and our bodies did not evolve the ability to process them. They are also inherently unsatisfying, so a diet high in refined sugars makes you more likely to crave snacks between meals.

Your body does not recognize these foreign substances, so your brain does not get the “I’m satisfied” signal. That signal will come eventually, but only after you have consumed a big overdose of refined sugar.

Common foods containing excessive amounts of refined sugars include candy bars, table sugar, certain pasta sauces, and sweet cereals.

Baked goods such as donuts, cookies and cakes can also push your sugar intake over the recommended limit. Some of the biggest culprits are beverages such as energy drinks and fruit drinks.

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Those containing vitamins or other “healthy” ingredients still have enough sugar to substantially increase your weight, if consumed regularly. Water may not be as trendy, but it’s a lot healthier.