9 Foods You Should Absolutely Avoid at the Gas Station

Last Updated on January 7, 2021

Did you know that only a one-ounce bag of potato chips has up to 160 calories, and even worse, more than half of the total content is fat? Let’s not forget to add another 170 milligrams of sodium.

Another problem you can encounter with chips is that they are often expired, so make sure to check the dates before you get them.

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Beef Sticks

Beef jerky can be the best choice to make while at a gas station, still make sure you read labels before you get them, as not all beef jerky is the same. Better for you to opt for bags of regular jerky and avoid the stick-shaped. The latter is very high in sodium and have more fat and calories.

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Energy Drinks

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Energy drinks are unhealthy drinks that can cause you several health issues, including caffeine addiction, anxiety, insomnia, digestive problems, and you know the rest. Excessive consumption of these drinks might even lead to death.

Another alarming issue with these energy drinks is related to the taurine and other additives that these drinks contain. The latter can definitely have a negative impact on your body and overall health.

So, try as hard as you can to resist drinking them. And in my opinion, you would better stick to coffee than brewing these life-threatening drinks. Check out the last page for more alternatives.

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Any Healthier Alternatives?

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You have so many options at the gas station, all you need is to make the right choice. You can, for instance, opt for jerky. The latter is high in protein, sodium and low in unhealthy fat and calories. Just stay away from plain jerky and fatty sticks.

Bagged pickles are also a healthy choice. They are very rich in terms of flavor and very low in terms of calories. Another advantage is that bagged pickles which can be preserved with the use of refrigeration.