Five healthy foods that can actually cause weight gain, according to expert

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A weight loss expert has highlighted five foods often considered healthy that could actually be contributing to weight gain.

Many people rely on a balanced diet as a key part of their weight loss journey. However, overeating certain 'healthy' foods instead of consuming them in moderation could be sabotaging your efforts to shed the pounds.

Professor Franklin Joseph, from Dr Frank's Weight Loss Clinic, warned: "Choosing the right foods is a key part of maintaining a healthy diet, but it's important that we don't overindulge just because we think they're good for us. "Ultimately, weight loss comes down to using more calories than we consume, and eating too much food leads to gaining fat, even if those foods are packed full of nutritional value. "Items such as whole grains, nut butters and avocados contain important nutrients such as healthy fats and fibre, but it's still important not to overconsume them. "Some of the more commercial products can contain high levels of added sugars and refined carbohydrates, so it's advisable to keep a close eye on the labels so you know exactly what you're putting in your body. "Make sure you are eating a variety of foods from different groups to ensure we're giving our bodies the range of vitamins and minerals it needs to thrive." Dried fruits Professor Joseph said: “Raisins, prunes, apricots and other dried fruits are a good source of vitamins such as A, C and E, as well as calcium, iron and potassium.“A handful can be a good choice for a healthy snack, but the fact they are high in natural sugars and calories means scoffing too many is not a good idea.” Join the Daily Record' s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Avocados “A