What if you were told that you can improve your health by making simple food swaps without sacrificing the flavor of your favorite foods? In today’s segment, we're going to reveal simple food swaps you can make to help improve your overall health without sacrificing flavor:
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Swap orange juice for an orange: Fruit juices contain simple sugar. By consuming the whole fruit, you are consuming the rich fiber contained in the oranges.
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Swap white refined pasta for whole wheat or bean-based pasta: Swapping regular pasta out for whole wheat or even bean-based pasta increases your dietary fiber intake to keep you full longer. These alternatives to regular pasta can also promote a heart-healthy diet.
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Swap white rice for brown rice or quinoa: Swap white rice and welcome the nutty goodness of brown rice or protein-rich quinoa.
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Swap potato chips for baked vegetable chips or air-popped popcorn: When the need for crunch strikes, swap the greasy potato chips for vegetables or whole-grain popcorn.
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Swap out mayonnaise or sour cream with low-fat Greek yogurt: This provides the same creamy texture but with less saturated fat and more protein.
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Swap butter for extra virgin olive oil: Help to keep your heart healthy by reducing the amount of saturated fat while increasing your intake of heart-healthy fats.
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Swap soda for unsweetened tea: Avoid any added sugars in your drinks. Unsweetened tea has no calories, is sugar-free, and has antioxidants that can help protect against free radicals.
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Swap candy bars for dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher): Satisfy your sweet tooth without the added sugars! Dark chocolate is a good source of antioxidants.
Remember, these swaps can help you make healthier choices, but portion control and moderation are also part of a well-balanced diet.