Another thing to watch out for is if sugar is the first ingredient on the list.
This could indicate that there is possibly more sugar in the item than other ingredients.
“There are over 60 different names for sugar,” Greene continues.
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“So, it is important to research ingredients that you are unsure of.
Grains without fiber
Fiber is a crucial nutrient to have on a regular basis.
It is known for helpinglower LDL (or “bad”) cholesteroland aid inweight management.
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However, our dietitians warn that this could be a red flag for some products.
In actuality, these products may not necessarily be good for you at all.
This label can be misleading because it does not mean there is any nutritional benefit,” says Greene.
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The same can be said about something that is labeled as “organic.”
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