7 Junk Foods That Are Actually Good for You

Dark chocolate with high cocoa content (70% or higher) contains antioxidants and may have potential heart health benefits.

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Air-popped or lightly seasoned popcorn is a whole grain snack that can be low in calories and high in fiber.

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Nuts like almonds, walnuts, and pistachios are nutrient-dense and rich in healthy fats, protein, and various vitamins and minerals.

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Baked or lightly fried sweet potato fries offer a good source of vitamins and fiber compared to regular fries.

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Made from avocados, guacamole is a flavorful dip containing healthy monounsaturated fats and essential nutrients.

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Some frozen yogurt varieties can be lower in fat and calories than ice cream, while still providing probiotics and calcium.

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Fresh salsa made from tomatoes, onions, and herbs is a low-calorie condiment rich in vitamins and antioxidants.

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Moderate coffee consumption, particularly dark-roasted, has been linked to potential health benefits like antioxidants and improved mental focus.

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7 Junk Foods That Are Actually Good for You

Dark chocolate with high cocoa content (70% or higher) contains antioxidants and may have potential heart health benefits.

Dark Chocolate

Air-popped or lightly seasoned popcorn is a whole grain snack that can be low in calories and high in fiber.

Popcorn

Nuts like almonds, walnuts, and pistachios are nutrient-dense and rich in healthy fats, protein, and various vitamins and minerals.

Nuts

Baked or lightly fried sweet potato fries offer a good source of vitamins and fiber compared to regular fries.

Sweet Potatoes Fries

Made from avocados, guacamole is a flavorful dip containing healthy monounsaturated fats and essential nutrients.

Guacamole

Some frozen yogurt varieties can be lower in fat and calories than ice cream, while still providing probiotics and calcium.

Frozen Yogurt

Fresh salsa made from tomatoes, onions, and herbs is a low-calorie condiment rich in vitamins and antioxidants.

Salsa

Moderate coffee consumption, particularly dark-roasted, has been linked to potential health benefits like antioxidants and improved mental focus.

Dark-Roasted Coffee

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