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Four foods a heart surgeon ‘absolutely avoids’ eating for good overall health
A cardiac surgeon has shared four foods and drinks that he avoids eating for a happy, healthy and long life.
Eating a good diet rich in nutrients is really important to live healthily and reduce your risk of developing life-threatening diseases.
Four foods cardiac surgeon avoids
Dr. Jeremy London took to TikTok to share the four foods that he “absolutely avoids” eating.
1. Fast food
First on the list is fast food, which he said isn’t even real food, it’s just “edible food product” that isn’t good for you.
Fast food is usually very high in fat and sugar, the NHS explains, and usually has little to no nutritional value whatsoever.
Eating too much fat raises your cholesterol, increasing your risk of heart disease and other life-threatening conditions.
2. Soft drinks
The next thing he doesn’t consume is soft drinks, including both diet and regular versions, which he called “liquid death”.
Soft drinks are full of sugar, which can cause�weight gain, tooth decay, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular problems, the NHS adds.
The British Heart Foundation explains that diet sodas made with artificial sweeteners have also been linked to an increased risk of stroke and heart disease.
3. Milk products
The next one is a little more surprising, milk products.
“We are the only mammals that drink milk outside of infancy and we drink it from a different species. Think about it,” he said.
However, dairy can be part of a healthy diet. Low-fat milk, yogurt, and cottage cheese are great sources of�calcium, vitamin D and potassium, MedlinePlus says.
4. Alcohol
Finally, he also avoids alcohol, as it’s “absolutely toxic to every cell in our bodies” even in moderate or occasional use.
“If we are working so hard to optimize our health, the least you could do is stop actively poisoning your body,” the surgeon urged.
Excessive drinking has many long-term health risks including cancer, stroke, heart disease, liver disease, brain damage and damage to the nervous system.
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends eating a healthy diet to protect against malnutrition and noncommunicable diseases including diabetes, heart disease, stroke and cancer.
A healthy diet should consist of fruit, vegetables, legumes, nuts and whole grains, which provide you with all the vitamins and minerals you need. You should also limit fat, sugar and salt intake.
