Hey everyone! Last week I had sent a call out for questions on anything! Food, eating healthy, wellness, weight loss or Life stuff. Well, you responded! Today, I answer a question from a member of our Get well with Elle family.
She asks, ” How can I be sure I’m eating that I’m eating healthy, Elle?”
To answer that question, I want to discuss what you should look for and avoid when reading food labels while doing your groceries. First off, you should realize that the serving size on packages is based off of a 2,000 calorie a day diet. That’s likely too much for you unless you’re into body building. Another tip to remember is that 1 teaspoon of Sugar is equal to 4 grams.
Here’s my quick list on what to look for and AVOID
Bad sugars:
White Sugar
High Fructose Corn Syrup
Fructose, Sucrose, Dextrose
Maltodextrin, Mannitol
Sorbitol, Sorghum, Xylitol
Artificial sweeteners like Aspartame, Sucralose and Splenda
Bad Fats:
Hydrogenated/Partially Hydrogenated Oils and Fats
Fractionated Palm Kernel Oil
Margarine, Shortening, Lard
Vegetable Oil
Commercial Canola oil, Sunflower.Safflower oil, Soybean oil, Palm Oil
Additives:
MSG
Nitrates
BHT, BHA
Tartrazine (Yellow #5)
Generally speaking, the fewer ingredients the better! If you don’t recognize or can’t pronounce more than 2 ingredients don’t buy it. If you see hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated listed anywhere on the label, don’t buy it.
I hope this helps you in your journey to healthy eating!
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Thanks, Elle
