8 'Healthy' Foods Experts Warn Against Eating

Crunchy banana chips

These natural-looking snacks are certainly delicious, but they're not as healthy as you might think.

Instant soups

"These soups might seem like a healthy option, but they're generally so calorie deficient that you'll be hungry again within an hour."

Low-fat salad dressings

In fact, a study published in the journal Molecular Nutrition & Food Research suggested that cutting out olive oil or egg yolks from salad dressings inhibits our uptake of nutrients.

Low-fat spreads

Reducing your fat intake might seem like a healthy choice, especially if you're addicted to buttery toast and sandwiches. However, studies show that completely depriving our bodies of fat isn't a good idea.

Low-fat yogurts

"Yogurt was a staple of healthy diets for millennia – and then Western manufacturers came along and tampered with it," says Caroline.

Multi-seed bread

Seeds are powerhouses of nutrition – but often, they're used as a fig leaf for ultra-processed loaves to hide behind. Check the label of your favourite multi-seed or granary bread.

Pizza chain salads

From deep-fried chicken strips to high-sugar dressings and oily baked croutons, the 'healthy' options available at pizza chains are often anything but.

Protein shakes

Protein provides both fuel and building material for our bodies, powering essential functions and building and repairing tissues. Protein powders are a quick.

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