Eating healthy can be such a downer. No sugar, no fat, no this, no that. You might as well eat styrofoam for all the fun you're having. But here's a secret: Eating healthy doesn't need to be about refusing yourself. Try these tasty substitutes at home:
Milk Chocolate >>> Dark Chocolate - Dark chocolate is a great source of antioxidants and doesn't raise choloesterol.
White Bread >>> Whole Grain Bread - Fiber in whole grains lowers insulin levels and bad cholesterol
Peanut Butter >>> Almond Butter - Almonds are alkaline, which means they have an electrical charge similar to our bodies. They provide long-lasting energy and help increase metabolism.
Candy >>> Dried Fruit - Still chewy and sweet, but full of fiber and antioxidants.
French Fries >>> Roasted Sweet Potatoes - Brushed with olive oil and sea salt, sweet potatoes are antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.
Sugary Cereals >>> Steel Cut Oats - Full of fiber. Top with dried fruit and stay satisfied until lunch.
Soda >>> Sparkling Water with a Pomegranate Splash - Fizzy, slightly sweet and full of antioxidants.
Healthy Substitutes For Your Favorite Foods
02.04.2011 / In Nutrition / by
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