Are empty calories preventing you from losing weight?

Empty calories are foods that provide little, or no, nutritional value. The calories in these foods get added to your daily intake, but have little in the way of nutrients such as vitamins or minerals. These foods are especially lacking in fiber.

Where are these empty calories? They are in regular sodas, beer and wine. They also can be found in candy, chips, white bread, fried foods and packaged snacks.

Try to avoid taking in too many empty calories. When you do you are not taking in enough fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins and water. These healthy foods fill you up, keep you satisfied, and allow you to have treats in moderation, while working on your weight loss.