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With some minor changes, you may enjoy your appetizer tray and feel better about it. Avocados are high in fat, but not fast-food fat.
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Eggs have a terrible reputation for cholesterol, yet they may boost HDL ("good") cholesterol and lessen heart disease risk (Healthline).
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Italian food may conjure images of family-style spaghetti casseroles with cheese, carbs, and meat.
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Burritos are fantastic for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. One tortilla with beans, tiny amounts of meat or eggs, rice, and veggies covers all dietary categories.
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Potatoes conjure images of french fries or potato chips. Fried potatoes aren't healthy, but potatoes are.
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Poor peanut butter choices can increase saturated fats, calories, and salt. Protein, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, niacin, and heart-healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats are in PB.
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Chicken with white meat is healthier. You can eat poultry other than chicken breasts. Chicken skin is the biggest health risk, while dark meat is healthier.
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Drinks can hide calories and sugar, making healthy eating difficult. What if you're tired of water with every meal? Some drinks are healthy, luckily.
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Soy products as meat replacements have been questioned due to illness risks. But health experts believe organic, non-GMO soy can deliver many minerals.
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Dessert lovers rejoice! Chocolate may be better for your mind and body than you believe.