{"id":145847,"date":"2019-09-18T02:00:55","date_gmt":"2019-09-18T09:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/?p=145847"},"modified":"2020-08-05T16:55:01","modified_gmt":"2020-08-05T23:55:01","slug":"underrated-healthy-foods","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/underrated-healthy-foods\/","title":{"rendered":"Nutritionists Share the 8 Most Underrated Healthy Foods"},"content":{"rendered":"

Tired of hearing about kale and quinoa? Or maybe you\u2019re totally over the kombucha or oat milk trends. Either way, we talked to a few nutritionists to score a list of their favorite \u2013 and most underrated \u2013 healthy foods.<\/p>\n

Beans<\/strong>
\nBeans are a great heart-healthy staple. \u201cThey\u2019re cheap and full of protein, fiber, and many minerals, such as iron, potassium, and magnesium,\u201d nutritionist Michaella Mazzoni<\/a> says. \u201cThey don\u2019t have any cholesterol or saturated fat either.\u201d<\/p>\n

Popcorn<\/strong>
\nRegistered dietitian nutritionist Jodi Greebel<\/a> says that one of her favorite snacks is popcorn. \u201cAir-popped popcorn, or one with minimal ingredients like SkinnyPop<\/a>, is low in calories and high in fiber. You can eat a larger portion than other comparable salty snacks for the same amount of calories! It\u2019s crunchy, tasty, and feels more indulgent than it is while still actually providing nutrients,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

Pickled vegetables<\/strong>
\nPickled veggies land on nutrition expert Evie Fatz<\/a>\u2019s list of underrated healthy foods and the fermentation is the reason why. \u201cPickled vegetables undergo fermentation, which helps to improve beneficial gut bacteria,\u201d she notes. \u201cA healthy balance in the gut microbiome is the number one factor in successful weight loss.\u201d<\/p>\n

Corn<\/strong>
\nThink corn is bad for you? Registered dietitian nutritionist Amanda A. Kostro Miller<\/a> suggests otherwise. \u201cPeople tend to think that corn is full of GMOs, but it has lots of fiber and can be really filling. Use corn as your starch for a well-rounded meal with something like broccoli and a lean protein, such as chicken and shrimp.\u201d<\/p>\n

Bananas<\/strong>
\nKostro says it\u2019s time to ignore bananas\u2019 bad rap too. \u201cYes, bananas have sugar and is the equivalent of two servings of fruit,\u201d she acknowledges. \u201cBut you don\u2019t have to shy away from bananas! They\u2019re full of vitamins and fiber, and can be used as a healthy substitute in baked goods and desserts.\u201d<\/p>\n

Carrots<\/strong>
\nCarrots are underrated and can be a satisfying snack to munch on, earning a stamp of approval from Kostro. \u201cCarrots tend to be low in calories and have lots of fiber, so [eat] them to fill yourself up.\u201d<\/p>\n

Pumpkin<\/strong>
\nThis seasonal superfood deserves more credit than being the key ingredient in a PSL! \u201cPumpkins have alpha and beta-carotene in the pulp, which aids healthy vision and cell growth. They also have omega-3 fatty acids in the seeds that can benefit people with high blood pressure or high cholesterol,\u201d says Abbie Gellman, a member of the Jenny Craig Science Advisory Board.<\/p>\n

Cranberries<\/strong>
\nAnother timely and underrated treat, fresh cranberries are primarily available between October and early January and can be great in sweet or savory dishes. Gellman explains, \u201cCranberries are packed with antioxidants and offer vitamin C and fiber. Plus, they\u2019re naturally very low in sugar.\u201d<\/p>\n

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