Why you should SAY NO to fatty foods

Nutritionists often advice people: You are what you eat!

That means that if you consume nutritious foods you will be healthy. But if you consume unhealthy food, you will be ailing.

What are unhealthy foods? These are usually foods with a lot of sugar, fat or chocolate.

Obesity is linked to several diseases.

You know what obesity can do to your young energetic body. You may not be able to spring the same way you usually do. It can lead to high risk of heart problems, diabetes, gallbladder disease and high blood pressure.

These are ailments brought about because the body cannot break down the fats you consume.

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Instead, they pile up in the body tissues and prevent free flow of blood, which is essential to your wellbeing.

So, next time you see a crunchy bag of crisps, chips, cakes or that sweet bar of candy and you crave them, think about the amount of risk you are getting into.

Eat right and maintain your health.