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Condiments are an easy way to add a boost of flavor to your favorite meals. Unfortunately, flavor is not the only thing you’ll be adding. Many condiments contain high amounts of sugar, fat, and calories, which can become a real problem if you are not paying close attention to portion size. Not to mention, you’re probably adding condiments to foods that are already less than diet-friendly, like burgers and fries.
With that in mind, keep reading for the one condiment that you should be keeping in moderation, especially if you want to lose weight.
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Fry Sauce
Fry sauce, which is a ketchup-mayonnaise combo, is one condiment that you definitely want to limit. Although the exact measurements may vary, this sauce is typically made with one part ketchup and two parts mayonnaise. It also might be listed in certain menus as "special sauce" or "mayochup."
Here's why you should be wary of this sauce: Both ketchup and mayonnaise are two condiments that can hold up weight loss. Keep reading for more details.
Ketchup
Since it is partially made from tomatoes, ketchup is often downplayed as an unhealthy condiment. However, that does not mean you should load up on it. In reality, this condiment contains its fair share of sugar and calories.
According to Popsugar, "Ketchup is fairly high in sugar, nearly four grams of sugar per tablespoon (and many of us use a lot more than one tablespoon!). This can add up quickly in terms of calories and added sugar in an entire meal, especially when considering this is just the condiment."
Mayonnaise
Mayonnaise is another condiment you should keep an eye on. According to Food Network, "There’s no doubt that mayo is brimming with fat. One cup contains 1440 calories, 160 grams fat, and 24 grams saturated fat. It is an excellent source of vitamins E and K, but it also contains almost 50 percent of your daily recommended amount of sodium."
With those numbers in mind, it's a good idea to limit how often you use this condiment--whether solo or in fry sauce.
