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All fats are equally high in calories, so consume sparingly, even the "good" kinds. 1g fat = 9 calories | Nutrition. Fitness. Wellness. | www.iheartmd.com iHeartMD Healthstyle (Healthy + Lifestyle) Tip #11
Not all fats are bad, but avoid all trans fat. Opt for monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats such as avocados and nuts. | Nutrition. Fitness. Wellness. | www.iheartmd.com iHeartMD Healthstyle (Healthy + Lifestyle) Tip #10
Enhance foods with spices instead of sugar or salt; try ginger, cinnamon, or nutmeg. | Nutrition. Fitness. Wellness. | www.iheartmd.com iHeartMD Healthstyle (Healthy + Lifestyle) Tip #9
When looking for comfort foods, stick to fiber- and folate-rich soups such as lentils and veggies. | Nutrition. Fitness. Wellness. | www.iheartmd.com iHeartMD Healthstyle (Healthy + Lifestyle) Tip #8
Get nutty! Have a handful of UNSALTED nuts (walnuts, pecans, etc.) before your dinner to load up on antioxidants. | Nutrition. Fitness. Wellness. | www.iheartmd.com iHeartMD Healthstyle (Healthy + Lifestyle) Tip #7
Don't be fooled by the many names of added sugars. Some of the most common to avoid: cane sugar, corn syrup, and sucrose. | Nutrition. Fitness. Wellness. | www.iheartmd.com iHeartMD Healthstyle (Healthy + Lifestyle) Tip #6
Beware of salads! Leafy greens are GREAT, but try to keep the dressing, cheeses, croutons, etc. on the side. | Nutrition. Fitness. Wellness. | www.iheartmd.com iHeartMD Healthstyle (Healthy + Lifestyle) Tip #5
Make healthy substitutes: yogurt for cream, low-sodium fat-free chicken broth for gravy, and fruit for sugar. | Nutrition. Fitness. Wellness. | www.iheartmd.com iHeartMD Healthstyle (Healthy + Lifestyle) Tip #4