Focusing on the positive can help decrease the amount of low-nutrient food they consume, she says.

Its about understanding how different foods can impact our health and making informed choices, she says.

Keep reading to find out more about the worst foods to eat, along with suggestions for healthier alternatives.

The Top 10 Worst Foods to Eat

These alternatives provide protein without the harmfuladditives found in processed meats, she says.

Sodas

Taylor sees many clients who drink a lot of soda.

Water and herbal teas are great options to try instead of soda, says Taylor.

bacon processed meats

Use olive oil spray to make the outside of the wedges nice and crispy.

Donuts

Although donuts are delicious, they dont have a whole lot to offer from a health standpoint.

[9]

Ahomemade muffinor scone is a good option if youre craving a baked good, says Zumpano.

bacon processed meats

There are a lot of other options than just chips, she says.

Alcohol

Alcohol is complicated for many people and overuse can be a struggle, says Taylor.

[12]

Mocktails, sparkling water with fruit, or a nonalcoholic version of wine or beer.

glasses of soda

Rather than banning foods outright, think about how you’re able to replace them with healthier alternatives.

Making informed swaps can help you stay on a sustainable path to better eating habits.

She believes that eating well should be simple, pleasurable, and sustainable.

slices of white bread

She’s a student of herbal medicine and women’s integrative and functional medicine.

Becky Upham has been professionally involved in health and wellness for almost 20 years.

Upham enjoys teaching cycling classes, running, reading fiction, and making playlists.

fries

fast food cheeseburgers

three different flavored glazed donuts

processed cheeses

bowls of potato chips

processed snacks crackers chocolate chip cookie  pretzels

glasses of alcohol drinks and limes

Article image

Article image

Article image

Article image

Article image

Article image

Article image

Article image

Article image

Article image

Article image

Article image