Foods To Forever Remove From The Fridge And The Mind

Cranberry And Apple Juices Gotta Go

Cranberry and apple juice might have been staples in your fridge forever but they don't belong there if you're trying to eat healthier. Both of these juices are high in sugars and processors often add sugars to them in order to increase their shelf life and to improve their flavor. This high sugar content really is not good for the digestive tract and can wreak havoc on a healthy gut. Choose juices made from concord grapes or tart cherries instead. As much as a cup of these juices a day can be beneficial. But, even better consider these drinks as only an occasional treat, as they too have sugars which, if consumed too often, can increase blood sugar excessively.

Dangerous Deli Meats

Deli meats may taste good, but they really aren't good for you. Most of these meats are heavily processed, filled with nitrates and salts that the body really doesn't need or want. Rather than eating these processed meats, consider making your own fresh cooked meats for your sandwiches and salads. Cook a whole chicken or turkey and then slice it into the cuts that you would use for your sandwiches. Portion out what you can use in the next few days, and freeze the rest in similar-sized portions. It's also possible to do this with beef and pork, roasting them and slicing them up for meals later on.