{"id":15477,"date":"2021-01-08T20:20:36","date_gmt":"2021-01-08T20:20:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=15477"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"eating-too-much-healthy-food","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/","title":{"rendered":"Eating Too Much Healthy Food: Can Good Nutrition Cause Weight Gain?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#The_Basics_of_a_Healthy_Diet\" >The Basics of a Healthy Diet<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#Whole_Grains\" >Whole Grains\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#Leafy_Greens\" >Leafy Greens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#Legumes\" >Legumes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#Nuts\" >Nuts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#Dairy_Products\" >Dairy Products<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#Seafood\" >Seafood<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#Fruits_and_Berries\" >Fruits and Berries<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#Why_Eating_Too_Much_Healthy_Food_Can_Cause_Weight_Gain\" >Why Eating Too Much Healthy Food Can Cause Weight Gain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#How_to_Know_if_Im_Eating_Too_Much_Healthy_Food\" >How to Know if I\u2019m Eating Too Much Healthy Food<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#Why_is_Eating_Too_Much_Healthy_Food_Bad\" >Why is Eating Too Much Healthy Food Bad?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#What_Happens_if_You_Eat_Too_Much_Unhealthy_Food\" >What Happens if You Eat Too Much Unhealthy Food?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#Can_too_much_healthy_food_make_you_sick\" >Can too much healthy food make you sick?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#Can_eating_too_much_be_bad_for_your_health\" >Can eating too much be bad for your health?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#Why_am_I_still_hungry_after_eating_a_healthy_meal\" >Why am I still hungry after eating a healthy meal?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-too-much-healthy-food\/#Final_Thought\" >Final Thought<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beginner dieters are often told to limit sugary, fatty, and high-calorie foods &#8211; reasonable advice for sure. Yet sometimes this path just doesn\u2019t seem to yield this desired result &#8211; you\u2019ve switched to healthier options, but the pounds still persist. In addition, you may feel some unpleasant effects that you\u2019ve never experienced before.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;LINK&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:805,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;8&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;11&quot;:3,&quot;12&quot;:0}\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Too_Much_Healthy_Food\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There may be various reasons behind the problem, and one of them could be that you simply eat too much healthy food. Yes, this is perfectly possible &#8211; the general healthiness of any product doesn\u2019t preclude you from unwanted effects after it\u2019s over-consumed. Weight gain is one of the most widespread examples. Will eating too much healthy food make you fat? Let\u2019s clarify this right now. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Basics_of_a_Healthy_Diet\"><\/span><strong>The Basics of a Healthy Diet<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A balanced diet is one that provides you with all the energy, macronutrients, vitamins, and minerals necessary for your body to function correctly. A healthy diet helps you stay active and energized, supports your immunity, and improves your overall health. A balanced diet is the cornerstone of any weight loss effort.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scientific studies connect a balanced diet with the reduction of obesity, in addition to the decreased risk of chronic diseases tied to obesity, such as cardiovascular disease, and high blood pressure (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/16818808\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/15220271\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Too_Much_Healthy_Food\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61801 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3500-Calorie-Diet-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Eating too much healthy food\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3500-Calorie-Diet-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3500-Calorie-Diet-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3500-Calorie-Diet-1.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3500-Calorie-Diet-1-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following products should make up the foundation of your<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/balanced-diet\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> balanced diet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whole_Grains\"><\/span><strong>Whole Grains\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They contain a lot of complex carbs and fiber. Whole grains provide sustained energy, help shed those excess pounds, and help reduce cardiovascular risks (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17449231\/#:~:text=Based%20on%20event%20estimates%20adjusted,CI%3A%200.73%2D0.85)%5D.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">36<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Leafy_Greens\"><\/span><strong>Leafy Greens<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These include kale, collard, and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/spinach-vs-broccoli\/\">spinach<\/a>, which are rich in micronutrients that may help prevent things such as heart disease, cancers, macular degeneration, and type 2 diabetes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ars.usda.gov\/plains-area\/gfnd\/gfhnrc\/docs\/news-2013\/dark-green-leafy-vegetables\/#:~:text=The%20vitamin%20K%20contents%20of,the%20best%20cancer%2Dpreventing%20foods.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legumes\"><\/span><strong>Legumes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They contain a ton of vegetable protein (crucial for vegetarians) and contain soluble fiber that may help you lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease, and improve cholesterol markers (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16670693\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nuts\"><\/span><strong>Nuts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Almonds, walnuts, and macadamia nuts are immensely beneficial for your entire body. However, most importantly they are a source of crucial polyunsaturated fatty acids omega-6 and omega-3, as well as other healthy fats, protein, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/20833991\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Read More:<\/em><\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/healthy-ways-to-get-dopamine\/\"><em>Healthy Ways to Get Dopamine<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dairy_Products\"><\/span><strong>Dairy Products<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plain yogurts, kefir, and low-fat cottage cheese provide the calcium that is essential for your teeth and bones, they\u2019re a good source of protein, and in some cases, they provide probiotics to support a healthy digestive system (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0002916523050803?via%3Dihub\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seafood\"><\/span><strong>Seafood<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is an essential source of omega-3 fatty acids and is one of the best sources of protein. Seafood supports your vision and skin condition and may help prevent cognitive decline and lower the risk of depression (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/tp2017206\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fruits_and_Berries\"><\/span><strong>Fruits and Berries<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are an amazing storehouse of antioxidants, which help protect your body from various chronic diseases (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16601672\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, what if you\u2019ve changed your diet, but the pounds are being stubborn? What if you even notice an increase on the scales?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Intense sweat sessions, working weight loss tips, lip-smacking recipes come in one package with the BetterMe app. And all of it is at your fingertips, <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Too_Much_Healthy_Food\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">start transforming your life <\/a>now!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Too_Much_Healthy_Food\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61494 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-4-1024x576.png\" alt=\"eating too much healthy food\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-4-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-4.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-4-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Eating_Too_Much_Healthy_Food_Can_Cause_Weight_Gain\"><\/span><strong>Why Eating Too Much Healthy Food Can Cause Weight Gain<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most likely cause is calories. Whichever food you eat, you still need to eat fewer calories than you burn in order to lose weight. And while healthy foods are beneficial for your health, they still contain calories. This is why you\u2019re perfectly able to consume more calories than you expend by overeating healthy foods, and consequently gain weight over time if it happens regularly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, while nuts are incredibly beneficial for your health, they are also a fairly high-calorie item. For example, one cup (132 grams) of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/macadamia-nuts-calories-benefits-side-effects\/\">macadamia nuts<\/a> contains as much as 950 calories (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/324233\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">34<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The recommended serving size is one ounce, which contains approximately 200 calories.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, if you\u2019re a nut lover, it\u2019s quite easy to overdo them, in the belief that you can chew an unlimited amount throughout the day. Eventually, your cherished weight loss is nowhere to be found as a result of eating too many nuts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some foods are indeed difficult to overeat. For example, non-starchy vegetables contain a lot of fiber and water and are largely low-calorie. On the other hand, starchy vegetables such as potatoes and corn are more calorie-dense. So can you eat too many vegetables? This depends on the type.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another problem is foods that are labeled \u201clow-fat\u201d and \u201cfat-free\u201d. These may have low fat content, combined with a ton of added sugars. So it\u2019s imperative to watch the calorie content of such foods and consume them in moderation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Know_if_Im_Eating_Too_Much_Healthy_Food\"><\/span><strong>How to Know if I\u2019m Eating Too Much Healthy Food<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way is to track your calorie consumption and caloric expenditure. It\u2019s important to choose your calorie goal in accordance with your daily energy requirements. To do this, you can use the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/calories-burned-calculator\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">calories burned calculator<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can calculate your caloric expenditure as adjusted for your age, weight, sex, and level of physical activity. This will help you stick to an effective calorie limit without being too restricting.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sticking to a healthy calorie limit will spare you from some of the unpleasant consequences of unbalanced weight loss dieting such as fatigue, weakness, and debilitating hunger cravings. You really don\u2019t have to suffer to lose weight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Too_Much_Healthy_Food\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61659 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Holistic-Nutrition-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Holistic-Nutrition.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Holistic-Nutrition-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Holistic-Nutrition.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Holistic-Nutrition-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Holistic-Nutrition.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_Eating_Too_Much_Healthy_Food_Bad\"><\/span><strong>Why is Eating Too Much Healthy Food Bad?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You already know that eating too much healthy food can cause weight gain. However, with some particular, incredibly healthy foods, you may face other negative consequences related to specific features of these foods.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, too much essential omega-3 found in fish can be harmful. Up to 5,000 mg per day is believed to be safe for most healthy people, but can have too much blood-thinning effect in some people (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25949500\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Furthermore, too much fish oil can trigger vitamin A toxicity due to overconsumption (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/2331929\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). You\u2019re more likely to experience these negative effects when taking fish oil supplements, rather than from eating fish.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another example is certain fish. Due to ocean pollution, some larger fish accumulate methylmercury &#8211; a toxin that can cause multiple negative consequences, including vision impairments and lack of coordination (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12844364\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow the FDA or your local authority\u2019s advice about which types of fish are safest to eat and in what quantities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The final example is liver. Liver is one of the most nutritious parts of animals. Just a 100-gram portion of beef liver contains several times the recommended intakes of vitamin A and copper (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10932787\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">33<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This can lead to toxicity\u00a0 (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12821289\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This is why it\u2019s not recommended to eat liver every day, and pregnant women should avoid it altogether.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/are-veggie-chips-healthy\/\">Are Veggie Chips Healthy?<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_if_You_Eat_Too_Much_Unhealthy_Food\"><\/span><b>What Happens if You Eat Too Much Unhealthy Food?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you constantly consume unhealthy foods such as ultra-processed snacks, fast food, and sugary drinks, you may be putting yourself at risk for various health problems. These types of foods are high in calories, saturated fat, added sugar, and sodium, which can lead to weight gain and increase your risk for chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating too much unhealthy food can have a direct impact on your body&#8217;s overall health. Here are some potential effects:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Weight Gain:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Consuming a diet that is high in calories without adequate physical activity can lead to weight gain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10343820\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This places added strain on your joints, increases your risk for obesity-related diseases, and can affect your self-esteem.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>High Blood Pressure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Foods that are high in fat, sugar, and sodium can increase your blood pressure. Over time, high blood pressure can damage the walls of your arteries and increase your risk for heart disease and stroke (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niddk.nih.gov\/health-information\/diabetes\/overview\/preventing-problems\/heart-disease-stroke\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/hypertension\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Increased Cholesterol Levels:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Eating unhealthy foods can also lead to elevated cholesterol levels. This can result in plaque buildup in your arteries, which restricts blood flow to vital organs and increases your risk for heart disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9316578\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">27<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Higher Risk of Diabetes:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Consuming too many sugary drinks may increase your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This is because these foods can cause weight gain, which may lead to insulin resistance, making it difficult for your body to regulate blood sugar levels (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4420570\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Digestive Issues:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Many unhealthy foods lack important nutrients and fiber, which can lead to digestive problems such as constipation and bloating (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9268622\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Weakened Immune System:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Eating a diet that is high in calories and ultra-processed foods can also weaken your immune system if you don\u2019t get enough healthy foods with essential nutrients in them, making you more vulnerable to illnesses and infections (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/nutrition\/articles\/10.3389\/fnut.2022.1082500\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">32<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>BetterMe app will provide you with a host of fat-frying fitness routines that\u2019ll scare the extra pounds away and turn your body into a masterpiece! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Too_Much_Healthy_Food\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get your life moving in the right direction with BetterMe!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continuously consuming unhealthy foods can have serious long-term consequences on your health. In addition to the aforementioned effects on your body, it can also lead to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Chronic Diseases:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Excess weight gain as a result of an unhealthy diet increases the risk for heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niddk.nih.gov\/health-information\/weight-management\/adult-overweight-obesity\/health-risks\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Poor Mental Health:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Eating unhealthy foods regularly can have negative effects on your mental health (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10672474\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It can contribute to feelings of depression and anxiety, in addition to affecting your energy levels and overall mood.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Shortened Lifespan:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ultimately, continuously eating an unhealthy diet can shorten your lifespan. Chronic diseases can significantly reduce your lifespan and increase your disabled life expectancy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25936731\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/can-you-eat-coffee-beans\/\"><b>Can You Eat Coffee Beans?<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> article to learn more about what eating coffee beans can do to your health<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Too_Much_Healthy_Food\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61183 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Whole-foods-diet-1024x576.png\" alt=\"eating too much healthy food\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Whole-foods-diet.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Whole-foods-diet-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Whole-foods-diet.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Whole-foods-diet-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_too_much_healthy_food_make_you_sick\"><\/span><strong>Can too much healthy food make you sick?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While consuming a balanced and nutritious diet is essential for overall health, it\u2019s still possible to consume too much healthy food. Some potential negative effects of excessive healthy food consumption include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nutrient Imbalances:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Eating too much of certain nutrients and too little of others can lead to imbalances in important nutrients such as vitamins and minerals. This can negatively impact your health and increase your risk for deficiencies or toxicity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK597352\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Digestive Issues:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Eating large amounts of high-fiber foods without gradually increasing your intake can cause digestive discomfort, bloating, and gas (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9268622\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Weight Gain:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Consuming excess calories, even from healthy sources, can lead to weight gain and put you at risk for obesity-related health issues.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Oral Health Issues:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Eating large amounts of acidic foods, such as citrus fruits, can erode tooth enamel and lead to dental problems (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/24401351\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out our collection of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/best-frozen-meals-for-weight-loss\/\"><b>Best Frozen Meals for Weight Loss<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to learn about healthy options for meals on the go.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_eating_too_much_be_bad_for_your_health\"><\/span><strong>Can eating too much be bad for your health?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating too much, regardless of the type of food, can lead to various health issues and put you at risk for chronic diseases.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the potential consequences of overeating include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Weight Gain:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Consuming more calories than your body needs can lead to weight gain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10343820\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), which can place added strain on your joints and increase your risk for obesity-related health conditions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niddk.nih.gov\/health-information\/weight-management\/adult-overweight-obesity\/health-risks\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Digestive Issues:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Overeating can also cause digestive problems such as bloating, discomfort, and constipation due to the excess amount of food your body needs to process (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/24680-overeating\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Increased Risk for Chronic Diseases:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Overeating over a long period of time can lead to obesity, which increases your risk for various chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niddk.nih.gov\/health-information\/weight-management\/adult-overweight-obesity\/health-risks\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Poor Nutritional Intake:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> When you overeat, you\u2019re more likely to consume foods that are high in calories but low in essential nutrients. This can result in nutrient deficiencies and negatively impact your overall health (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK597352\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to listen to your body&#8217;s signals of hunger and fullness and practice mindful eating habits. Eating a balanced diet with appropriate portion sizes is the key to maintaining good health and preventing the negative consequences of overeating (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7071223\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/ijo201482\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">35<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, regular physical activity can help offset some of the effects of overeating and promote overall well-being (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/obesity-prevention-source\/obesity-causes\/physical-activity-and-obesity\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_am_I_still_hungry_after_eating_a_healthy_meal\"><\/span><strong>Why am I still hungry after eating a healthy meal?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you feel hungry after eating a healthy meal, this could be due to a variety of reasons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Not Eating Enough:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Your body needs a certain amount of calories to function properly and if you don&#8217;t consume enough food, your brain will send signals that you\u2019re still hungry.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lack of Satiety from Nutrients:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Foods that are high in fiber and protein can promote feelings of fullness and satiety (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0924224414002386\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). If your meals lack these nutrients, you may not feel satisfied, even after consuming an adequate number of calories.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Eating Too Quickly:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It takes time for your body to register that you\u2019re full. If you eat too quickly, then you chew the food less, which results in reduced satiety, particularly when you eat large amounts of food (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21802572\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">28<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Emotional or Boredom Eating:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Sometimes we may mistake feelings of boredom or emotions such as stress or sadness for hunger, which causes us to overeat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10005347\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">29<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you consistently feel hungry after healthy meals, it may be helpful to track your food intake and ensure that you\u2019re consuming enough calories and nutrient-dense foods. Eating slowly and mindfully can also help promote feelings of satiety (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1111\/nbu.12559\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, seeking support from a registered dietitian or therapist can help address any underlying emotional or psychological factors that contribute to overeating.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In our guide to <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/4-macronutrients\/\">4 Macronutrients<\/a>, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">we discussed the importance of consuming a balanced diet that includes carbohydrates, protein, fat, and fiber.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;LINK&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:805,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;8&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;11&quot;:3,&quot;12&quot;:0}\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Too_Much_Healthy_Food\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thought\"><\/span><strong>Final Thought<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To sum up, eating too much healthy food can cause weight gain due to caloric excesses. This is why tracking your calories is essential, even when your diet consists of healthy products. In addition, certain nutritious foods can be harmful when consumed in large amounts due to their chemical composition.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Beginner dieters are often told to limit sugary, fatty, and high-calorie foods &#8211; reasonable advice for sure. Yet sometimes this path just doesn\u2019t seem to yield this desired result &#8211; you\u2019ve switched to healthier options, but the pounds still persist. In addition, you may feel some unpleasant effects that you\u2019ve never experienced before.\u00a0 There may [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":51,"featured_media":61843,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"coauthors":[125,87],"class_list":["post-15477","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nutrition"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Eating Too Much Healthy Food: Can Good Nutrition Cause Weight Gain? - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Can \u2605 EATING TOO MUCH HEALTHY FOOD \u27a4 cause weight gain? 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