Billions of dollars are spent each year by companies selling unhealthy products.
Do not assume something is good for you just because it is endorsed by a famous person or organization.
For example, Lebron James has served as a spokesperson for Dunkin’ Donuts, Peyton Manning has served as a spokesperson for Papa John’s pizza, and Serena Williams has served as a spokesperson for Pepsi soda.
The irony with these marketing deals is incredible.
In addition, do not assume something is good for you just because it sounds healthy.
IHOP has a Chicken & Spinach Salad on its menu that contains over 2,200 mg of sodium. That’s about the same amount of sodium found in over 200 potato chips.
Dannon and Yoplait each make yogurts with more than twenty grams of sugar in one serving. That’s about the same amount of sugar found in fifty Reese’s Pieces.
Gatorade produces a protein bar with more sugar and a longer list of ingredients than a Snickers bar.
Always read nutrition labels and understand what you are putting in your body.
Beware of foods and drinks that have added sugar, high sodium, or artificial ingredients that sound like they belong in a science lab.
About the Author
Pete Leibman is a well-being and peak performance expert and the Founder of Arlington Sports Conditioning (ASC). Over the last 15+ years, Pete has helped thousands of people get faster, stronger, and fitter. Pete is the author of two books and more than 300 articles. His work has been featured through Fox, CBS, Fortune, Business Insider, and many others.
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