Has your weight loss regime let you down? Do you wonder why you can’t lose weight despite following a healthy diet? Don’t let this dampen your hopes of getting fit again. If you ask us, one problem can be that foods can be mis-combined, even when they are healthy. Yes, if two healthy foods do not complement each other, they can cause digestive issues, leading to abdominal fat and overall weight gain. You can’t beat yourself for not knowing this; In fact, most of us were unaware of this fact.
Dietitian Natasha Mohan reveals some of the most common but worst food combinations that can ruin you weight loss Diet. Are you also consuming any of these? Stop now.
Here are 9 food combinations that can lead to weight gain:
1. Tea with Breakfast:
Tea time snacks are always on our menu. We never thought that this could become a hindrance in our weight loss journey. But maybe. Tea contains tannins and caffeine, which if ingested with food can hinder iron absorption, leading to bloating and acidity.
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Tea is often paired with a variety of snacks.
2. Fruits with Beverages
Many people eat fruits to satisfy their hunger in the morning. Health experts suggest this is the best time to consume fruits. However, if you mix your fruits with coffee, tea or coconut water, it can upset your digestive system. Natasha Mohan recommends consuming fruits in isolation.
3. Bread and Rice
A typical Indian plate consists of roti, sabzi and some rice as well. This is where we go wrong. Bread and rice – both are two types of fortified cereals with a high GI value. They should not be eaten together.
4. Meals containing more than one protein-rich food
Too much protein can be difficult to digest. So avoid these common food combinations – dal + curd, paneer + lentils, soybean + lentils, chicken + lentils etc. to prevent fat accumulation on your waist.
5. Dessert After Meal:
Your stomach is already full of heavy food. Do not overdo it with serving desserts immediately after. Give some time gap between both the meals.
6. Milk with Salt
What happens when you add lemon to milk? It accumulates. So imagine what will happen to your body if you mix it with milk based beverages? salty foods Like sandwiches or chips. Just one word – avoid!
7. Tomatoes and Potatoes
It shook us too. Potato curry made from tomatoes is a staple dish in our homes. But according to dietitians, eating starchy foods mixed with tomatoes can increase belly fat. So, if you are struggling with a wide waist, it is better to avoid it.
You can watch the full video posted by the dietician on his YouTube channel ‘Food Vs Health Hindi TV’.
(Also read: 10 tips to lose kilos in a healthy way,
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