Many processed foods like ready meals,
cakes and confectionery contain high levels of added sugars and can be high in
calories. Some soft drinks contain mostly sugar and provide very little
nourishment. Cutting down on these will help you be a healthy weight.
Sports
drinks or energy drinks are also high in sugar and energy. These are not needed
for those following the regular physical activity guidelines of at least 30
minutes most days of the week. In fact, having these extra calories can undo
the benefits of physical activity in helping to maintain a healthy weight. In
hot weather, remember to have a glass or two of water afterwards. Sugar and
sugary foods are included on the Top shelf of the Food Pyramid and need to be
limited. Remember - added sugars can be called by their chemical names -
sucrose, glucose, maltose and are also in syrups and honey, so always check the
nutrition label on the back or side of packaged foods
by Dr Anaam
