Beware Of These Healthy Foods

Some foods are definitely healthier choices than others because they contain nutrients, vitamins, minerals, or antioxidants. I think it is commendable when people try to replace junk food with healthy whole foods, but sometimes people get a false sense of security when they are eating healthy foods. Despite being nutrient-rich, many healthy foods are also very high in calories and can cause weight gain if eaten in excess.

Here is a list of some healthy foods which are also high in calories:

almonds and other nuts

avocados
olive oil
granola
fruit juice

trail mix

dried fruit

Sometimes we have the mentality that if something is good for us, then eating more of it is even better. Despite being good for you, if you eat too much of any food, it can create a calorie surplus and produce negative results. That's another great reason to eat vegetables. They are typically much lower in calories than other food groups so it's hard to pack on the weight from eating squash, cucumbers, celery, and broccoli. Remember moderation is an important principle when it comes to your diet. Even something as essential and vital to your body as water can be fatal if consumed in extreme amounts.

I enjoy all of the foods listed above and I think people should go ahead and eat healthy foods, just don't overdo it and be aware of which foods are not only nutrient dense, but also calorie dense. When it comes to weight gain, your body will respond the same to almonds and 100% fruit juice as it does to hot dogs and potato chips if your caloric intake exceeds your requirements.