1. Why is it that so many delicious and healthy foods have
gotten such bad raps? Registered dietitian Elizabeth Lohrman
gives us 8 “unhealthy” foods that are actually good for you.

2. The potato can be a great source of carbohydrates and
nutrients, including vitamins C, B-6 and folate and fiber.
The key is to eat the right portion size.

3. Avocados earned their bad
reputation due to their
relatively high fat content,
but these fruits are full of
heart-healthy
monounsaturated fat.

4. One medium banana provides 0 grams of fat, 3 grams of
fiber, 105 calories and 27 grams of carbs – that’s cheaper
and more delicious than most 100 calorie snack packs.

5. Eggs, especially egg
yolks, have been blamed
for causing high
cholesterol and heart
disease. New Research
indicates that you can
enjoy an egg a day
without worry.

6. Iceberg is extremely low in calories and water-rich: can
keep you feeling full longer. You can load up your salad with
lean proteins like beans, seeds, fresh and dried fruits and a
nice, light dressing.

7. Buy the right kind of red meat, and you’re on your way to a
meal packed with protein, iron, vitamin B-12 and zinc.

8. Dried fruit can be a great source of
vitamins, minerals and fiber. Try dried
fruits are great as a snack, in cereals,
salads and cooked meat.

9. Another healthy protein source
is shrimp. Four ounces of
shrimp has just 165 milligrams
of cholesterol, but also packs
18 grams of protein and a
single gram of fat.

10. Contact Elizabeth Lohrman, registered dietitian.
Elizabeth.lohrman@okstate.edu
Slideshow created by Juan Carlos Feliz
jfeliz@okstate.edu