Although there are many dietary factors related to weight gain, such as not eating enough protein, consuming too many processed foods, and eating a high-sugar diet, at the end of the day, consuming more calories than you’re burning throughout the day brings on the extra pounds.
Common smoothie ingredients like full-fat yogurt, nut butters, nuts, and avocado offer health benefits like protein, fiber, and healthy fats, but items like these still have a fairly high calorie count, and according to Sabat, “This means they can significantly increase the calorie content of the smoothie, leading to weight gain if consumed in excess.”
You should still include these foods if you enjoy them and want their health benefits, but if you’re noticing weight gain and can’t pinpoint the source, this may be a helpful place to start.
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