Colas, canned juices and any other store-bought beverages have no nutritional value and just contain empty calories, that can lead to weight gain and fat accumulation around the belly area.
It might be tough to resist doughnuts, but remember, they are high in calories - one glazed doughnut contains as much as 260 calories - and can add to belly fat.
Yes, we know they are heavenly but ice creams are extremely calorie-rich and can lead to weight gain. Check for low-calorie options and practice portion control even if you decide to have an ice cream.
According to WebMD, a serving of 15 chips has 160 calories. The problem is compounded by the fact that they are highly addictive and you will end up eating a whole packet and your calorie budget will shoot through the roof.
This is another favourite snack and you can't have enough of it, thanks to its yummy taste. But they are high in unhealthy trans fats and calories and having too many and too regularly will lead to belly fat and overall weight gain.
Containing added sugars, flavoured yoghurts can cause weight gain, especially around the belly area. Instead, have non-sweetened, low-fat plain yoghurt for nutritional benefits.
If you are in the habit of consuming a lot of bacon, sausage, hot dogs and other forms of processed meats, stop. Loaded with unhealthy fats and sodium, they can lead to major weight gain.
If you thought your breakfast cereals were healthy, check your cereal packet again. Many of them are rich in added sugars, and when you have them daily, they can lead to weight gain.
If you are using toppings such as pepperoni, sausage or ham, one slice of pizza can be as high as 300 calories. So have them once in a blue moon or better, top pizza with veggies.
Drinking too much beer, and combining it with an unhealthy lifestyle, can lead to abdominal fat buildup and overall weight gain. Beer belly, anyone?