Tossing aside anything salty, sweet, or fried is a no-brainer when it comes to trimming your waistline, News Health reports. However, nutrition experts say there are still certain dishes and drinks, often overlooked, that should get a swift kick to the curb. 

White Flour

As a tastier and more filling substitute, model-turned-trainer Kristin McGee recommends eating whole grains instead.

Yogurt

Fruit-on-the-bottom yogurt is a yummy, filling snack that’s healthy and satisfies your sweet tooth, right? It also may be the reason your skinny jeans are feeling a tad snug. “Many fruit-on-the-bottom yogurts have as much sugar as a candy bar,” says celebrity nutritionist JJ Virgin. Consider switching to unsweetened Greek yogurt, which is creamier and higher in protein. For a touch of sweetness, layer it with fresh fruit or add a touch of honey.

Dried Fruit

Dehydrated fruit may sound like the ideal healthy snack, but this seemingly safe treat can cause more harm than good. Certain products can contain added sweeteners, such as sugar and corn syrup, as well as preservatives.

Diet Soda

A bottle of soda can have about 200 calories, so it only makes sense to quench your thirst with the diet version, which has zero calories. Experts, however, say cut out the soda altogether. A 2005 study, concluded those who had diet soft drinks were more likely to become overweight. It’s also been reported that the sugar substitutes in diet soda can put one at risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. 

Caffeine

Wondering why you spend the night tossing and turning? Perhaps you’re on coffee overload. Fitness expert Simone De La Rue’s top tip: Cut out the caffeine completely. 

Pretzels

Pretzels are high in sodium and made with white flour. Foods rich in sodium can also give unwanted belly bloat. 

Processed Meat

“Processed meats, such as bologna, sausage deli meat, and bacon are high in saturated fats and added fillers,” says McGee. Choose fresh lean meats, such as chicken, turkey, and fish, as well as beef.

Barbecue Sauce

Before you know it, the balmy days of summer will be here and with it, platters of grilled meat slathered with sweet-meets-tangy barbecue sauce. However, you might want to keep portions in mind if you really want to make sure the swimsuit fits all season long. “Barbecue sauce is a hidden carrier of sugar,” says bariatric surgeon Dr. Joseph Colella. “It has much more sugar than you think and everyone uses way too much.” According to nutritionist Tanya Zuckerbrot, one tablespoon of sweet barbecue sauce has 20 calories. However, if you really must have the BBQ sauce, remember to keep it as light as possible.

Cocktails

Alcohol has empty calories and if you’re not watching the amount you drink you can easily gain weight. If you can’t completely give up on happy hour every now and then, make sure you have a glass of water in between drinks to keep you full and hydrated and stick to wine or drinks prepared with fresh ingredients and sparkling water.