Here are the 7 weight loss blocking foods:

Goal_Seeker_1988

1) Cereal

I am so sorry to be the one and burst the bubble, but cereal is deceiving too many people. While there are several types of cereals and nutritional values for each, the majority of them are fairly high in sugars and sodium.

2) Canned Foods

While this may be a surprise to many, canned foods are deceptive and should be avoided if possible. The reason for this is because in order to preserve the quality and taste of the food item, they are loaded with sodium, sugars, trans fats and saturated fats. All of these items will prevent weight loss.

3) Processed Foods

Foods that are processed (like boxed meals) tend to contain bad fats (saturated fats) and contain little nutritional value. It is best to stay away from these foods as there are alternative choices that can be used. A great alternative to processed food is to purchase anything that is all natural if possible. They tend to be lower in sodium and saturated fats.

4) Pasteurized Milk

Pasteurized milk should be avoided due to the fact that when milk is pasteurized, it tends to destroy some of milk’s important nutrients like iodine for example. Therefore, to get the most benefits from milk, I recommend that you get the raw milk instead.

5) Fruit Juices & Sodas

Although fruit juices may taste great and help quench your thirst, most are loaded high fructose corn syrup (HFCS). This ingredient is also used as a sweetener and is practically half fructose and half glucose. Unfortunately, it wreaks havoc with your insulin levels as it hits your blood stream very quickly. As a result, the high insulin coupled with the high concentration of simple carbs in the blood leads to fat storage.

6) Frozen Meals

Anytime you go to the grocery store and head towards the frozen food section aisle, you will find a few common denominators. Most of them are high in sodium and fats. The reason for this is to make sure the quality and taste of the food do not diminish. Sodium and trans fatty acids help to preserve the food and should be instead substituted for an all natural source of the same food.

7) Bread

While I recommend eating bread as a part of adding variety to your diet, consuming it in excess can be dangerous! In addition, some breads are high in corn syrup and trans fatty acids. Thus, if you choose to eat some breads, make sure that they are all natural and limit your consumption to 2-3 slices at a time.

sushilicious

Very good list, pretty much what I follow. Now I have to increase font size, add colors, and send to all my relatives. Yay~

smbakke77

Thanks for the tips!

Fat2FitChick

I would never drink unpasturized milk. I just don't think it is safe enough. But I agree with the other suggestions

melaniecheeks

The only one that I think is dangerous on there is pasteurised milk. Good luck trying to find somehwere that you can legally obtain raw milk!

Charrisse

Great! I try to follow that .. I love my fresh milk from the dairy, dont eat cereal, dont use canned or processed foods (99% of the time!) and never buy frozen meals - bleh. BUTTTTT I do love me some bread... bread is my weakness lol

Charrisse

The only one that I think is dangerous on there is pasteurised milk. Good luck trying to find somehwere that you can legally obtain raw milk!

Local dairies.
They just have to label it as "not reccomended for human consuption". My family consumes, has for years, and love it

ChitownFoodie

I avoid all of the above except bread, but thats only eaten sparingly and on occasion, and usually in a form of a sandwich. Love the list.

And about the milk, I just use almond milk in my drinks.

chrissym78

That's why I use coconut or almond milk... good post girl!

brickok

These are great tips.
Thanks for sharing them.

blessedtobefit

Great tips! Thanks!!

SarahofTwins

I can understand why they could be bad for you but I've lost enough weight when I've eaten both processed and canned items. I know its not the best thing for my body but as long as I'm taking in plenty of other things like veggies, fruits, whole grains then its okay.

EbonyGemstoneHealth

Bump!

sbwood888

Unpasteurized milk?? No can do. YUCK. :sick:

dmkaiser83

I eat it all. bad me. my husband has a lean cuisine meal everyday for lunch. he's ripped like a spartan and is in great health. it's all about moderation, like with anything.

melaniecheeks

I think this will be another UK/US distinction - it is illegal to sell unpastuerised milk here in the UK, and just about impossible to find.

Besides, OK some of the nutirents may be lost in the process, but that doesn't make pastuerised milk a bad food, or one likely to inhibit weight loss, surely?

MyNameIsNotBob

Well, I eat pretty much every thing on your list, and I've been losing consistently. I'm interesting in hearing if you have any evidence-based sources for your list, of if you're just spouting your personal opinion.

nyctraveler

Eating 2-3 slices of bread at a time? That seems so high...

does she mean a week?? lol

MissKim

Very good guidelines

stephaniehope

I would never drink unpasturized milk. I just don't think it is safe enough. But I agree with the other suggestions

When I studied in Italy, I did drink unpasteurized milk (they don't process milk like the US does) and it was actually very delicious! I never had any harmful effects from it, and generally, the food in Italy is MUCH healthier than here. Our food companies in the US are obsessed with pumping crap into everything, and then overcharging you if you want natural or organic. It really is disgusting.
Anyway... however, due to laws in the U.S., I'm not sure you can find unpasteurized milk anyway.

Aesop101

Great tips! I have to have my milk and cereal. Though I eat bran flakes. Do they pasteurize milk anymore? I thought they irradiated it.

I discovered Canned foods and highly processed foods by just watching sodium. I buy fresh fruits and veggies now and avoid canned foods if possible. Also use dried beans too.

spiritmachine

Interesting list. I don't know if you can exclude all canned and frozen foods as being "weight loss blockers" though. They are not all created equal. Bottom line is read the labels for things like trans fat and sodium. Although IMO sodium is overhyped. All it will cause is water retention which isn't that big of a deal...unless you have high blood pressure.

HappyathomeMN

Since you bring up unpasteurized or raw milk - do you know the fat content of raw milk?

Also, be cautious giving raw milk to children as it naturally harbors bacteria such as Listeria, Salmonell and E. coli.

I am not saying don't drink it, more like, be educated about it.

jantim1990

I agree with most of your post, but I don't think these foods need to be completely avoided. I eat cereal every morning with 2% milk. I have a frozen meal almost everyday for lunch. I don't drink soda or fruit juices (except cranberry juice occassionally), and I have lost 10 lbs. I think the "everything in moderation" applies here. You just have to make smart choices with your food/drinks.

Fat2FitChick

I don't eat or drink anything raw that comes from an animal unless it has been cooked or pasturized. Too many things floating around in the meat and milk to even think about it. Don't care if it comes from the US, UK, Italy, Mars or anywhere else. I just think it's gross but it is a personal choice. Everyone has their own preference and I don't try and push my views on anyone else.

I would never drink unpasturized milk. I just don't think it is safe enough. But I agree with the other suggestions

When I studied in Italy, I did drink unpasteurized milk (they don't process milk like the US does) and it was actually very delicious! I never had any harmful effects from it, and generally, the food in Italy is MUCH healthier than here. Our food companies in the US are obsessed with pumping crap into everything, and then overcharging you if you want natural or organic. It really is disgusting.
Anyway... however, due to laws in the U.S., I'm not sure you can find unpasteurized milk anyway.

slapshotgolf

Thanks for the post - however I'm not in complete agreement on a few items. While a highly restrictive diet has merit, it is difficult to maintain for many, and impractical in many ways. You can lose weight eating everything, contrary to your title, provided its done in moderation, and always with an eye on nutritional content. Agreed - avoid high sodium foods (prominent in canned/frozen foods), watch your fat intake, limit processed sugars, but most importantly - exercise. You can experience significant weight loss by having a disciplined approach to eating all foods, which makes the weight loss journey more achievable, and sustainable for the majority of the population who struggle with their diet. You can do this without taking drastic measures like drinking raw milk.

rosey808

Thanks for the tips!

BflSaberfan

I dont know, I lost 50lbs eating everything on that list.

And I liked it.

Dtho5159

Great list!! I cut out quite a bit of processed foods and have started drinking more almond milk but still have my 1% milk in some things.

sofaking6

Yeah cereal is the real kiler for me. It's like a guaranteed binge in a box.

mikeyml

I eat cereal, milk, canned vegetables (no sodium added), 1-2 diet sodas, and bread every single day. Cut the food out if you want to, but eating it in moderation will not stop you from losing weight.