5 White Foods You Must Avoid for Good Health

Producer: Mehak Pal Editor: Nisha Dubey

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The term white food pertains to processed and refined items with a white hue. Here are five white foods that you must avoid for good health.

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White Sugar (refined sugar)

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 White sugar is considered unhealthy and should be limited or avoided for several reasons. It is a source of empty calories, providing energy without any essential nutrients. It can lead to weight gain and obesity due to its high caloric content.

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White Bread

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White bread is known for its highly refined nature. The lack of fibre in white bread can lead to digestive issues.

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Mayonnaise

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Mayonnaise has high calories and fat content. The type of fats present in mayonnaise, particularly saturated and trans fats, can contribute to heart disease when consumed excessively.

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 White Pasta

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White pasta should be consumed in moderation or avoided due to its refined nature. It is processed and stripped of the bran and germ. It can lead to rapid spikes in blood sugar.

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 White Rice

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White rice is often recommended to be limited or avoided due to its high glycemic index and lack of nutrients.