14 Worst Foods for Belly Fat
6. Any foods containing trans fats
These products are used to increase the shelf life of foods, and they came into use before their potentially harmful effects were known.
Now they are widely used, and while efforts are being made to phase them out, they will undoubtedly be included in some products for years to come.
Even less than a gram of trans fat can have negative implications for your health. Most importantly, a wide range of studies have confirmed that consumption of trans fats can cause an increase in belly fat, known to be a risk factor in heart disease.
The link between trans fats and heart disease was confirmed by a study reported in the March, 2014 publication “Annals of Internal Medicine,” which concluded that there is no such thing as a safe dosage of these substances. The effects are cumulative, so even small doses will eventually build up to high levels in the body.
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In addition to their role in weight gain, trans fats have been linked to heart disease and strokes due to their tendency to cause heightened cholesterol levels. Foods that most commonly include trans fats include baked goods, microwaveable popcorn and fried foods.
