The perfect condiment can work wonders on a lackluster meal. But if you're trying to stick to your healthy diet, you'd be wise to think twice before eating your grilled chicken with any old bottle of ranch dressing.
In fact, your favorite dipping sauces and dressings can be secret belly-fat bombs that are loaded with all sorts of added sugars, trans fats, and excess sodium.

1. „Low-fat” Salad dressing

You can ruin any healthy salad by opting for the wrong dressing, and you may be
surprised to learn which dressings are really bad for you. Many low-fat salad dressings may come as advertised—but they'll also come with plenty of sugar.
            According to a now-famous study by Purdue University, eating a little bit of fat with your salad actually helps the body absorb the vegetables in a healthier way. So read the label closely, and be on the lookout for red flags such as corn syrup, hydrogenated oils, and other insidious ingredients.

2. Mayonaisse

One of the highest-calorie, highest-fat food condiments is mayonnaise. It's also full of
sodium, which can lead to weight gain. In mayo, one little tablespoon can amount to 90 calories and 10 grams of fat.

3. Creamy pasta sauces

Whether you are getting a big sub sandwich, a bowl of pasta, or another meal where
sauce can be added, creamy sauces tend to sneak up on you. While they add great flavor and mouthfeel, they often bringing meals well above 1,000 total calories. Instead, try to order pasta with red or light white wine sauces.

4. Tartar sauce

The ultimate seafood condiment may be derailing your weight-loss plans. Just two
tablespoons has about 140 calories, and the ingredients of tartar sauce often include high-fructose corn syrup, lemon juice concentrate, and natural flavors.

5. Pancake syrup

Many popular maple syrup brands on grocery store shelves call their products
"syrup," but these gooey concoctions are primarily composed of high fructose corn syrup, artificial flavors, and caramel color—all ingredients that have been connected to a slew of health issues, from liver disease to cancer.

6. Teriyaki sauce

Few sauces instantly elevate chicken, salmon, and beef quite like teriyaki sauce.
Unfortunately, that flavor comes at a high cost. Your favorite Asian-themed sauce may be jam-packed with high fructose corn syrup and sodium. So remember to always opt for the "low-sodium" option, if you choose to indulge.
 

Sources: Eatthis.com