Tip #30 - Stay Away From Processed Foods

The trans fats that I spoke so negatively of in Tip #29 are the main reason for staying away from processed foods. The other reason is that many processed foods tend to be made with more chemicals than actual food. Make sure you check the ingredients. If there are a lot of things that you have never heard of before, that food is probably a processed food and it is most likely not good for you. Again, this tip is not only for weight loss, but also for a generally healthy diet. The best foods are those that you make yourself. When you start buying pre-made foods and those that have been processed, the nutritional value goes down. Processed foods tend to included trans fats and chemicals that are harmful to your diet and your body. As a general principle, try to eat homemade and natural food as much as possible. It will help with weight loss and general nutrition.