Did you know that an estimated 45 million Americans go on a
diet each year, and Americans spend $33 billion each year on weight loss
products? Yet, nearly two-thirds of Americans are overweight or obese[1].Our
diet culture is clearly missing the mark! So, how can we adjust our diet to be
more effective? Keep reading below to find out!
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With just a few simple changes, you could have a huge impact
on your health. Read below to check out Health.com’s[2]
list of biggest diet mistakes that are leading to deaths around the world.
Not eating enough nuts
"The largest shortfalls in optimal intake were seen for
nuts and seeds,” according to a press release for the new report. In general,
we're only getting 12% of our recommended nuts and seeds, it says. So how much
should you be getting? Aim for 21 grams a day, according to the study. (The
average intake is only about 3 grams daily.) Nuts are a great source of
protein, fiber, heart-healthy fats, and vitamins. "Instead of eating foods
with unhealthy saturated fats, try substituting a handful of nuts or a
tablespoon or two of a nut spread," the Mayo Clinic recommends.
Skimping on milk
Globally, we're only consuming 16% of our suggested
recommended amount of milk, according to the new study. The recommended daily
amount, it says, has been set at 435 grams. There's been some debate about
whether or not milk is good for you in recent years. But whole milk is making a
comeback. Consuming whole milk and other full-fat dairy products has been
linked to a lower risk of obesity. Additionally, whole milk might help children
absorb vitamin D more efficiently. We probably don't even need to mention this,
but milk has also been associated with stronger bones.
Eating too few whole grains
We're not great at eating enough whole grains either. The
average daily intake is 29 grams, but we're supposed to be getting 125 grams a
day, the study says. Potential benefits of eating enough whole grains include a
decreased risk of heart disease, better digestive health, and assistance with
weight management. This area of concern is especially important for Americans
to pay attention to. "Low intake of whole grains (below 125 grams per day)
was the leading dietary risk factor for death and disease in the USA," the
press release says. Sneak these foods into your diet when you can to increase
the amount of whole grains you're consuming: brown rice, barley, oatmeal,
whole-wheat bread, whole-wheat pasta, and popcorn.
Consuming too many salty foods, sugary drinks, and processed meats
We know you hear about the horrible side effects of drinking
too much soda all the time, but, just in case you forgot: Soda can lead to
weight gain, diabetes, and tooth decay. Unfortunately, diet soda isn't great
either; it's been linked to an increased risk of stroke, heart attack,
dementia, and, counterintuitively, weight gain. Too much sodium can cause high
blood pressure, strokes, and heart attacks, and processed meat can increase your
chances of having diabetes, heart disease, and some cancers. Hopefully, knowing
just how many people are killed by poor diet choices every year—one in
five—will help you ditch the soda and grab some nuts the next time you're at
the grocery store.
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Works Cited:
1.
“WEIGHT MANAGEMENT.” Boston Medical Center. < https://www.bmc.org/nutrition-and-weight-management/weight-management
>.
2.
O’Neill, Maggie. “4 Diet Mistakes That are
Killing People Around the World.” Health.com.
4 April 2019. <https://www.health.com/nutrition/deadly-diet-mistakes
>.
