When you decide that you want to change your lifestyle so that you’re happier and healthier, it can be daunting to think of all the things that you need to do to get there. If you set out and think you have to do it all at once, chances are, you’ll fail.  Today we’re going to look at just five foods that you should cut back on that will give you the start that you need to get you on your way to a healthier lifestyle.

• Sodium
  Pay attention to the sodium content in the foods that you eat.  Frozen foods, fast food, and foods from restaurants are almost always extremely high in sodium. High sodium intake can lead to high blood pressure among other things. Use fresh ingredients when you cook, and you’ll have no trouble lowering the amount of salt that you consume.
• Caffeine
  You don’t have to eliminate caffeine from your diet, at least not yet. But what you should do is cut back. It really doesn’t do your body much good, and you’ll be better off without it.
• Sugar
  Sugar provides you with no nutrients and can lead to weight gain. Instead of turning to candy, cakes, and pies, try eating a piece of fresh fruit. It’ll help satisfy your sweet tooth and provide you with nutrients, all at the same time.
• Fats and Cholesterol
  Our bodies need fat- it’s a given. But, out bodies don’t need fat in the amount that many of us eat it. Fast food often times is nothing but fat and cholesterol, especially fast food that’s fried. Try to reduce or eliminate foods that are high in fat like butter and gravies, ice cream, fatty meats, and fried foods.
• Alcohol and smoking
  Most alcohol has a high sugar content which we know can promote weight gain. Remember to drink in moderation or eliminate it completely, and avoid tobacco.

Source: Yahoo Health

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