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Saturated fat: Saturated fat is something you’ll often find in pastries like muffins.
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Too much can lead to serious health issues like high cholesterol and heart disease.
Sodium: Some baked goods contain a lot of salt for flavor.
While it might be tasty, you’re risking your heart.
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TheAmerican Heart Associationsays too many Americans consume more salt than recommended.
The organization suggests having no more than 2,300 milligrams a day, but many people have 3,500mg daily.
Entenmann’s Little Bites Party Cake Muffins
Don’t let the size fool you.
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Entenmann’s Party Bites might be small, but they’renot healthy.
It also contains hydrogenated palm kernel oil, a trans-fat source linked to heart disease."
It’s small and packed with unhealthiness.
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With only 3g of protein, they won’t keep you full for long.
According to Sabat, “TheMarketside Triple Chocolate Muffinis a highly processed, sugary treat disguised as breakfast.”
“Despite its size, it only has 4g of protein, offering little satiety.
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“This muffin is far from a healthy food,” says Sabat.
The use of canola and sunflower oils, both seed oils high in omega-6s, adds an inflammatory element.
With 440 calories and 10g saturated fat, this muffin is more dessert than a smart gluten-free choice.
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Additives like mono- and diglycerides, modified starch, and artificial stabilizers round out this highly processed product.
Despite the blueberries, this is a dessertnot a breakfast choice that supports health.”
Member’s Mark Cinnamon Crunch Muffin
The No.
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1 unhealthiest store-bought muffins are theMember’s Mark Cinnamon Crunch Muffinfrom Sam’s Club.
They’re high in calories, saturated fat and sugar.
“Despite the cozy name, Cinnamon Crunch Muffins are a nutritional red flag,” says Sabat.
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With just 8g of protein, it won’t satisfy for longthis is a dessert disguised as breakfast."
