Here it is…The list of the Top 12 Food to Avoid for Now to Boost Your Immunity!
All of these belong to the category of SIMPLE CARBOHYDRATES aka SUGARS.
Simple carbohydrates are devoid of fiber and nutrients, broken down quickly by the body, and will spike both blood sugar and blood insulin levels leading to inflammation plus WEAKENED IMMUNE SYSTEM.
When the body is busy dealing with inflammation, it cannot work on immunity.
A single intake of food with high sugar content can depress the immune system within 2-5 hours after intake. Think of our immune system getting stunned to inaction after a sugar rush!
A stunned and incapacitated immune system is the last thing we need during this time when Coronavirus infections are rising at an alarming rate.
Totally ditch simple carbs? Ha!! It is easier said than done especially during these times of quarantine and lock down when we tend to turn to something sweet for comfort.
If giving up simple carbs completely and instantly is entirely not doable for you, here is a list of the sweetest dozen that you can start eliminating for now. Not only are they laden with sugar, they also contain artificial additives like flavorings and preservatives that harm the gut microbiome overall.
Top 12 Food to Avoid for Now to Boost Your Immunity!
- SOFTDRINKS or SODA: one 12-oz can of softdrinks contains up to 45 grams of sugar with artificial flavors and coloring that is harmful to the gut microbiome.
- WHITE BREAD: white bread is devoid of fiber and nutrients and can spike blood sugar and insulin leading to inflammation. Also contains additives that harm the gut microbiome.
- CANDY: A tiny hershey’s Kiss contains 2.5 g sugar, a small kitkat? 7 grams of sugar, a small packet of M&Ms? 10 grams sugar… These tiny candies are packed with sugar and additives. Check this LIST for more info on sugar content of your favorite candies.
- SWEETENED DRIED FRUITS: including dried mango, dried raisins, dried berries, and other dried fruits infused with refined sugar syrup prior to drying. The process of drying removes all the micronutrients that are naturally found in fruits.
- FRUIT JUICE: sweetened fruit juices usually contain around 20-26 grams sugar per cup. Fiber has been removed hence, sugar and insulin spike would naturally happen after intake.
- ICED TEA: 21 grams of sugar hides in a 250 ml glass. Imagine how much sugar you will be consuming if you go UNLI? Also contains flavorings and additives that harm the gut microbiome.
- ICED COFFEE: almost same sugar content as iced tea…around 20-22 gram sugar per 250 ml glass. Most ready made iced coffee contain artificial caffeine and flavors.
- PACKAGED COOKIES: An oreo cookie is 38% sugar. one oreo cookie? has 4.1 grams sugar, 100 grams has 38 grams. Most packaged cookies also contain trans fat which is a horror story in itself.
- KETCHUP or CATSUP: Every tablespoon contains at least 1 teaspoon sugar plus many additives and preservatives.
- SPORTS DRINK: A serving of Gatorade contains around 14 grams of sugar.
- CHOCOLATE MILK: 150 ml contains 11.3 grams sugar, plus additives.
- CUPCAKE: an 80-gram cupcake can contain at least 19 grams of sugar. This count does not include frostings or toppings.
There you go…While Ditching simple carbs TOTALLY is the best move to honor your immunity, it just may be too difficult to do. So why not focus on eliminating a few at a time, starting with these:
Top 12 Food to Avoid for Now to Boost Your Immunity!
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Be informed, Be safe and Be well,
