The Healthy Whole Foods Diet 

1. Processed Foods

   • Packaged snacks, chips, crackers, and ready-made meals with artificial additives or preservatives.

2. Refined Grains

   • White bread, white rice, pasta made from refined flour, pastries, and any products made with enriched flour.

3. Sugary Foods and Beverages

   • Sodas, sweetened teas, energy drinks, candy, and foods with added sugars like cakes, cookies, and ice cream.

4. Artificial Sweeteners

   • Aspartame, sucralose, saccharin, and other non-natural sugar substitutes.

5. Trans Fats and Hydrogenated Oils

   • Margarine, shortening, and processed baked goods that contain partially hydrogenated oils.

6. Fast Foods

   • Burgers, fries, fried chicken, and other fast food options that are high in unhealthy fats, refined carbs, and preservatives.

7. Processed Meats

   • Sausage, bacon, deli meats, hot dogs, and any meats with added nitrates or preservatives.

8. High-Sodium Packaged Foods

   • Canned soups, frozen dinners, instant noodles, and salty snack foods with excess sodium.

9. Artificial Flavorings and Colorings

   • Foods containing artificial flavors and colors, often found in candies, cereals, and flavored snacks.

10. Alcohol

• Beer, wine, and cocktails with high sugar content, which can negatively impact blood sugar and overall wellness.

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