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VIVA – Food becomes one of the things that people like the most. There is some unhealthy food such as junk food like burgers, French fries, and others. But according to a study, French fries has good benefits for the body if consumed properly.
“We tend to view food as either good or bad for us,” Lisa Young, a registered dietitian at New York University and the author of “Finally Full, Finally Slim,” as quoted from the Nypost site. However, she said such thinking isn’t necessarily useful, or well, healthy.
It turns out that there are many of our favorite foods are a great deal even more than ok, they’re packed with significant nutrients.
1. Cheese
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Harder cheeses such as cheddar, Swiss, parmesan, and blue cheeses are typically healthier than soft cheeses, such as brie, because they contain more calcium. Plus, aged cheeses have been identified as helping to aid digestion and boost immunity.
Those who consume cheese and full-fat dairy have also been found to lower their likelihood of developing diabetes or hypertension. A 2020 study that surveyed more than 145,000 people in 21 countries found consuming two daily servings of dairy of any kind reduced the risk posed by either condition by 11% to 24%.
2. White Potatoes
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A baked potato has tons of fiber and potassium, then each one is a single unit, making portion control simple. Just beware of going overboard on indulgent toppings. Instead of the usual sour cream and chives, substitute protein-packed Greek yogurts and fresh veggies, such as chopped tomatoes or spinach.
3. Peanut Butter
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Natural peanut butter is one of the healthiest foods for you. According to the American Heart Association, polyunsaturated fat can help reduce bad cholesterol levels, which can lower your risk of heart disease and stroke.
A scoop of PB is also known to satisfy and suppress your appetite, and is a fairly balanced energy source, containing all three major macronutrients: carbohydrates, fat, and protein, all of which your body needs to remain healthy.
3. Chocolate
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Dark chocolate that is 70% cocoa or higher has antioxidants, which help to prevent or slow damage to cells in the body caused by free radicals and waste substances that can harm cells and the body’s functioning.
A study published in the journal BMJ Heart in 2017 found that those who consumed chocolate in small amounts roughly once a week were less likely to be diagnosed with atrial fibrillation.
4. Eggs
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Eggs are a great source of protein when consumed in moderation and ideally without a side of bacon or deep-fried hash browns. Eggs have lutein (which supports eye and brain health), vitamin E, and Choline, there are a lot of nutrients. Many of the nutrients are in the yolk, so don’t choose just the white.
While the yolks are high in cholesterol, the Mayo Clinic notes that consuming eggs doesn’t seem to raise a person’s cholesterol the way foods high in saturated fat do. A 2019 review from the Universite de Tours in France even found that the peptides eggs contain reduce blood pressure.
5. Butter
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It can help build calcium and is also a good source of vitamin A, which is important for skin health and immune function, and vitamin E, which is important for vision and reproduction, according to the Mayo Clinic.
