5 foods I rarely eat as a gastroenterologist ❌👇

Your gut health is shaped by what you eat every single day. Here are five foods I avoid - and why. ❌ Flavored oatmeal packets 👉 Marketed as “whole grain,” but many are loaded with added sugar - often as much as a bowl of sugary cereal. ❌ Packaged fruit juice 👉 A 12-ounce glass can contain 8-10 teaspoons of sugar with virtually no fiber to slow absorption. ❌ Flavored yogurt 👉 A single serving can contain 15-19g of added sugar - sometimes more than a candy bar. ❌ Deli meats & hot dogs 👉 Eating 50g of processed meat daily is associated with an 18% higher risk of colorectal cancer. ❌ Instant ramen 👉 One packet can contain 1,500-1,800mg of sodium - most of the recommended daily limit in a single meal. You don’t need a perfect diet. But cutting back on these foods can make a meaningful difference for your gut and overall health. Save this list for later, and share it with someone who needs to see it. Comment “EAT” and I’ll send you my top 5 gut-healthy recipes. #breakfast #snacks #warning #drsethi