8. Bacon and other processed meats
Processed meats like bacon, sausage, ham, and others may taste good, but that's mostly due to the salts and processing techniques they use. (Well, those of carnivores, anyway). Processed meats are high in saturated fats, which are high in calories. Eating these foods can lead to health problems, including weight gain. The high salt content of this type of meat adds to the problem. Salty foods can, at best, make us thirsty and dehydrated. Additionally, processed meats have been linked to stomach and intestinal problems later in life. On the plus side, bacon and sausages provide protein, which keeps us full and sustains us throughout the day. For a more energizing, healthy, and low-fat breakfast, try poached, boiled, or scrambled eggs on whole-grain toast, which is rich in animal protein. We're not saying to avoid bacon and sausages completely. If you enjoy them, just save them for the occasional weekend breakfast and don't eat them every day.
