Just think of potatoes, which can be wonderfully nutritious … right up until they’re sliced, dropped in a fryer and then served with cheese sauce. The healthiest of foods can be undermined in the kitchen. ( A more detailed comparison.) Healthy foods need healthy cooking
The verdict: Add a little color to your plate with sweet potatoes. Your body converts that beta carotene into off-the-charts levels of vitamin A. Beta carotene is an antioxidant that works to protect your body’s cells from damage and diseases. Sweet potatoes are rich in beta carotene and vitamin A. Neither spud is a dud, but one offers just a bit more on the nutrition front, says Czerwony. To help with these decisions, here are six this-or-that “food fights,” where medical and nutritional experts offer insight as to which option is the healthiest. Of course, all that advice still leaves choices. “Do what’s right for you.” Food fights: picking a winner “What’s best for you may not be the same as what someone else needs,” notes Czerwony. Cultural traditions might also play a role in what fills your pantry and cupboards. Choices can be driven by medical conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure or food allergies, for instance. Take the time to read food nutrition labels, too: “It’s going to take you a little extra time at the grocery store,” says Czerwony, “but it’s also going to let you know what you’re getting yourself into.” Focus on your personal dietary needsĭietary needs aren’t necessarily one-size-fits-all. Fresh food is almost always better than processed products. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sodium intake to no more than 2,300 milligram (mg) per day - basically, a teaspoon of salt. Too much sodium in your diet can lead to high blood pressure and damaged arteries that strain your heart. The American Heart Association recommends that saturated fats account for no more than 5% to 6% of your total daily calories.
These artery-clogging fats have been linked to increased risk of heart disease. The answer to that question isn’t the same for everyone (more on that later), but there are a few general guidelines that can lead to healthier dietary decisions, says Czerwony. To make the process easier, let’s break it down into bite-sized pieces with registered dietitian Beth Czerwony, RD. It’s not that difficult, though, if you know what you’re looking for. There’s just a lot of nutritional information to … well, digest. You want to pick the healthier option, but it’s tough knowing what that might be. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center.
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