6 Foods That Will Surprise You

Often the greatest mistake you can make when dieting is assuming certain foods are healthy and others are not.

Based on reputation, some foods are dismissed when they are actually healthy and other foods are not as healthy as you may think.

Here are some examples:

1. Although granola bars are revered as a healthy snack filled with nuts, whole oats and dried fruit, they are usually dipped in sugary syrup or contain chocolate chips. Even the granola bars that don't contain a lot of sugar have little fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals, putting them in a class with candy bars.
2. Bottled tea beverages, though promoted for their antioxidant abilities, actually contain a significant amount of sugar to rival soft drinks.
3. Frozen yogurt usually does not contain active cultures like the healthy, refrigerated kind. Additionally, frozen yogurt usually contains excessive amounts of sugar.
4. Beef has gotten a bad name but it is actually the cut and amount that matters. Having a 3-ounce serving of lean beef contains more than half the daily requirement for protein along with a myriad of other essential nutrients.
5. White potatoes have also gotten bad press, but it is actually adding butter, sour cream and frying them that makes them unhealthy. Eating plain white potatoes with the skin provides essential carbs, vitamin C, Vitamin B6 and potassium while making you feel full and satisfied.
6. Pizza contains a myriad of nutrients along with the four basic food groups. Eating pizza with whole wheat crust and veggie toppings is both nutritious and delicious.

So from now on, you can pass on those chewy granola bars and enjoy a tasty steak instead!