Vignesh Karthi

Eight ways to cut the junk food Published: 25 May 2018 Having a treat from time to time is part of a balanced approach to eating and living well. Follow these tips to cut junk food from your day and save it as a treat – you will actually enjoy these foods more and your body will love you for it! Junk foods like chips, cakes, biscuits, chocolate, lollies and sugary drinks are highly processed, high in energy and low in nutrients. Unfortunately, these foods and drinks don’t add any value, just lots of added sugar, saturated fat and salt. Despite being enjoyable to eat, it can be easy to overeat when you snack on foods and have sugary drinks that don’t satisfy. You may notice the more you have, the more you crave them. Although the research is unclear, some studies have suggested that junk foods (particularly sugary foods) are as addictive as alcohol and drugs. Ditching junk food will save you money and help you to feel energised, happier, and motivated to be healthier. Here are eight ways to get you started.