Let’s face it – we all love to eat something that’s not so good for us every once in a while. But have you ever wondered how bad some of these foods really are?
Well, allow me to shed some light and give you an overview unhealthiest foods in the world.
Fried foods
First we have the fried foods. This bad Boys are like little heart attacks on a plate. French fries, fried chicken, donuts, you name it. All delicious, but all pack a punch when it comes to calories and saturated fat.
Here is a list:
meal | Reason why the food is unhealthy |
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1. French fries |
Fried in high-calorie oils and often served with high-calorie dips, french fries are high in calories and saturated fat. I still love her 🙂 |
2. Fried Chicken |
Fried chicken is high in calories and saturated fats, which can contribute to heart disease and obesity. |
3. Donuts |
Donuts are high in sugar and calories and are often fried in unhealthy oils, making them a poor choice for a regular diet. |
4. Mozzarella Sticks |
These are often breaded and fried, making them high in calories and saturated fats. |
5. Fried Fish |
Eating fried fish cooked by dipping in hot oil is known to be high in calories, saturated fats and cholesterol, these elements in the diet can contribute to body weight gain. |
6. Fried Onion Rings |
Fried onion rings are the ultimate guilty pleasure — they may look innocent, but they’re loaded with calories, saturated fats, and the breading is like an insult to injury. |
7. Fried zucchini |
Fried zucchini is high in calories, but also high in saturated fats and carbohydrates. |
8. Fried cucumbers |
Fried pickles are like a heart attack on a plate, in the best way possible. |
9. Fried Macaroni and Cheese |
Fried macaroni and cheese is basically like a dip in oil and breadcrumbs, which can lead to weight gain and increase your risk of heart disease. I prefer to live |
10. Fried Twinkies or other fried desserts |
Fried desserts are high in calories and saturated fats, and also contain added sugars. |
11. Fried calamari |
Fried squid is high in calories, saturated fat, and sodium. |
12. Fried shrimp |
Fried shrimp are high in calories and saturated fats, and also contain added sodium. |
13. Fried chicken wings |
Fried chicken wings are like a hug from your aunt, it’s comforting, but too much of it will make you feel like a stranded whale. |
14. Fried Tacos |
Fried tacos are high in calories and saturated fat. This is bad news for your health. |
15. Fried samosas |
The breading adds extra carbohydrates. |
16. Fried spring rolls |
n / A |
17. Fried empanadas |
The same as above |
18. Fried falafel |
The same as above |
19. Fried Meatballs |
The same as above |
20. Fried churros |
The same as above |
Processed Meat
Next on the list we have the processed meats. Hot dogs, bacon, charcuterie, all delicious, but all high in sodium and saturated fat, which is a recipe for high blood pressure and heart disease.
Name of processed meat | The information |
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21. Hot dogs |
After eating a few of these, you’ll be “hot to go,” but not in a good way. |
22. Bacon |
This breakfast favorite is brimming with saturated fat and will clog your arteries faster than a blocked drain. |
23. Delicatessen |
Cold cuts that are warm to the waist, this meat is packed with sodium and preservatives. |
24. Sausages |
Linked to heart disease, these meats are a “sausage feast” of unhealthy fats and sodium. |
25. Pepperoni |
This pizza topping piles on the pounds by the pound and is high in sodium and saturated fats. |
26. Processed ham |
Get comfortable with that processed meat, but be prepared to put on the pounds and increase your risk of heart disease. |
27. Salami |
This meatball is a salty treat that increases your risk of high blood pressure and heart disease. |
28. Bologna |
This lunchtime meat is “Bologna” — it’s high in sodium and preservatives and should be avoided. |
29. Beef Jerky |
This beef jerky snack is “jerky” for your health — it’s high in sodium and preservatives. |
30. Spam |
This canned meat is “spam” in your health inbox — it’s high in sodium and preservatives. |
High-fat dairy products
High-fat dairy products like whole milk, butter, and cheese are also on the list. These are like the love handles of the food world, high in saturated fat and cholesterol.
Sugary drinks
Sugary drinks like soda, energy drinks and sweetened coffee are like liquid sugar bombs, high in calories and added sugar and can lead to weight gain and an increased risk of diabetes. Well that’s shit…. I guess. No more Coca-Cola for you.
Fast food
Fast foods like burgers, fries, and milkshakes are like the love-hate relationship of the food world. They taste so good but are high in calories, saturated fat and sodium.
sweets and desserts
Sweets and desserts like cakes, cookies, and ice cream are like the cherry on top of an already unhealthy sundae. Fried snacks, processed foods, artificial sweeteners and margarine all played their part in compiling this list of the world’s unhealthiest foods.