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Frozen foodsare a quick and cheap way to grab a meal.
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But that doesn’t mean they’re all good for you.
Plenty of frozen meals are ultra-processed and filled with high sodium, sugar, additives and calories.
Saturated fat:Saturated fat is something you’ll often find in frozen meals.
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Too much can lead to serious health issues like high cholesterol and heart disease.
Sodium:Some frozen meals 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.
Sugar:Many frozen meals are loaded with added sugars.
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When consumed often, too much sugar can lead to weight gain and other major health concerns.
To help you navigate your way through the expansive frozen food section Eat This, Not That!
Put this one back on the shelf."
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Be wary of pre-made food with too many ingredients like theBanquet Beef Pot Piethat has over 30.
“Jimmy Dean Pancakes & Sausage on a Stickis an unhealthy mess on a stick,” she says.
“Per stick it doesn’t seem so unhealthy but most have about 3-4 sticks per sitting.
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Frozen Fried Chicken
Grabbing a box of frozen fried chicken doesn’t sound too bad.
“Frozen fried chicken may be contaminated with harmful bacteria,” he says.
“Freezing the fried chicken doesn’t kill bacteria.
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The chicken may be contaminated during packaging, processing, or storage before it is frozen.”
Szymanowsk adds, “Moreover, frozen chicken preparation involves propylene glycol a chemical substance that prevents freezer burn.
Plus, it’s easy to overeat so you’re consuming so much unhealthiness in one meal.
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Berger says the “DiGiorno Cheese Stuffed Crust Three Meat Pizzais one of the most unhealthy frozen pizzas.
That sodium contact is more than the daily recommended amount.
High in calories, fat, and sodium, which can contribute to obesity and heart disease.”
Frozen Meat Lover’s Pizza
Another frozen to steer clear from is a meat lover’s pizza.
It’s so salty and full of fat.
Pairing this meal with refined flour crust and processed additives makes it one of the unhealthiest frozen meals.”
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Szymanowsk says, “This meal is literally a calorie bomb with no significant nutritional value.
