15 Dangerous Things Nutritionists NEVER Eat – And Neither Should You
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Hot dogs & sausages
If you can’t imagine a ball game without hot dogs or sausage sandwiches, you’d better start to because both options can have a serious negative impact on your long-term health.
Andy De Santis, RD, begins by explaining that hot dogs are high in unhealthy fats and low in protein – which is a devastating combination for your diet. Furthermore, both options are basically made highly processed meats, a food category long known for increasing your risk of cancer and other digestive problems.
Lastly, every hot dog or sausage is almost always accompanied by other ingredients that are equally unhealthy like white bread or sauces. De Santis recommends switching these options with healthier snacks like nuts or lean meat sandwiches.
And since we’re talking about meat, let’s discuss another popular food from this category…
