3 tips for enjoying fast food even if you’re cutting down on ultra-processed foods, from a dietitian [Video]

A dietitian shared three principles to follow if you want to cut down on ultra-processed foods but rely on fast food chains.

There’s no set definition of UPFs, but they tend to be low in nutrients, and made hyper-palatable using ingredients and processes that you wouldn’t find in a regular kitchen. This can lead to overeating and weight gain.

UPFs make up around 70% of the US food supply, and products can include the obvious soda, candy, to most store-bought sauces and even some wholewheat bread and yogurt.

Despite the associated health risks of eating UPFs, it’s tough to avoid them while eating out. But it is possible to make healthy choices like you would at home, Kat Garcia-Benson, a dietitian based in Texas who works with Top Nutrition Coaching, told Business Insider.

Garcia-Benson encourages people to feel empowered by their food choices rather than feeling guilt and shame if they’re not able to eat perfectly.

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