Matt Roots

Normally we talk about the benefits of eating whole foods.

Well, let’s flip that script and talk about the likely “benefits” that ultra-processed junk foods bring to the table — that really aren’t benefits at all.

Ultra-processed foods are manufactured “food products” like snacks, packaged meals, cereals, etc.)

7 “BONUSES” of Eating Too Much Junk Food

1️⃣ Added sugars and unhealthy fats that cause inflammation, which is linked with chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, some cancers, and weight gain.
2️⃣ Excess sodium, which is linked with higher blood pressure and a higher risk of heart disease and stroke.
3️⃣ Gut problems like constipation can happen, because they are low in fiber.
4️⃣ Roller-coaster energy and blood sugar levels because of their low fiber content and high amounts of refined carbs/added sugars.
5️⃣ Fewer vitamins, minerals, and essential nutrients that your body needs — especially for the high number of calories these foods contain.
6️⃣ Cravings, because they are chemically engineered to be super delicious and make you want to eat more of them.
7️⃣ A higher carbon footprint because of the manufacturing process.

A better, healthier bet: the real foods that your grandparents (and your body!) would recognize.

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We’ve all treated ourselves with goodies like cookies or chips at some point. 🤩

But when it’s more than 20% of the time, it’s more than a treat!

We are big believers in moderation — 80%-90% “healthy” and 10%-20% “extras” — but here’s something to try:

The next time you're tempted by the cookie jar, pause and ask yourself: "Is this the best way I can show love to my body?"

Future you will thank you! 🙌