You don’t eat enough whole foods

Switching to a diet higher in whole foods if you frequently consume processed foods is a simple and effective strategy to encourage weight loss and enhance many other aspects of your health. The term ‘wholefood’ is normally applied to vegetables, fruits, legumes and whole grains that have undergone minimal processing, but it can also apply to animal foods too.

In fact, choosing whole, minimally processed foods is crucial for weight loss. In one study, 609 overweight adults were split into groups and instructed to follow either a low-fat or low-carb diet for a period of 12 months. Both groups received instructions to increase their consumption of vegetables, lower their intake of added sugars, trans fats, and refined carbs, consume a majority of the whole, minimally processed foods that are high in nutrients, and prepare most of their meals at home. It need not be challenging to include whole foods in your diet. Start by gradually including more whole, nutrient-dense foods in your meals and snacks, such as fruits, vegetables, beans, eggs, nuts, and seeds.