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Food Swaps
Posted June 29, 2013
on:What are some of your favourite food swaps???
Here are some of my suggestions:
Swap potato chips/crisps for plain unsalted nuts
- Fewer calories
- Lower in salt
- High in good fats and protein
Swap milk chocolate for dark chocolate
- Lower in saturated fat
- Lower in sugar
- High in antioxidants
Swap ice cream for homemade smoothies and ice cream
- Lower in fat
- Lower in refined sugar
- High in vitamins and minerals
Swap sugar and maple syrup for agave nectar or honey
- Lower in processed sugar
- Lower Glycaemic Index (agave)
- High in immune-boosting properties
Swap whole milk for semi-skimmed, 1%, or skim milk
- Lower in fat
- Fewer calories
- Same calcium content
Swap medium strength cheese for extra strong, blue, cottage, or low fat soft cheeses
- Lower in fat
- Fewer calories
- Strong cheeses give more flavour in smaller quantities
Swap sweeteners for natural flavourings like cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom and all spice
- Zero calories
- Zero fats and sugars
- Much cheaper
Swap pastry and cream based desserts for fruits and natural yogurt (sprinkle with grated dark chocolate to curb cravings)
- Fewer calores
- Lower in fat and refined sugar
- High in protein and vitamins and minerals
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