It a true curse that most of the foods that we shouldn’t be eating tastes so devilishly delicious. Ice cream, chocolate, burgers, fries are so tempting and yet we know the bad effects these foods on our body. Fortunately, those who want to stay healthy don’t have to resign themselves to cabbage soup and boiled kale. Believe it or not, there are some foods out there that taste like bad foods but are actually really good for you. It’s time to debunk the myth that good food tastes bad and lay out some of the best tasting health foods on offer.
Two Ingredient Pancakes
Scrap the traditional pancake recipe and make way for these new and improved healthy pancakes. Consisting of just eggs and mashed bananas, these pancakes only contain natural sugar and have a healthy dose of protein to boot. Flavour with cinnamon or some other spice and you’ve got yourself a perfect breakfast. What’s more, these pancakes are gluten-free and provided a great boost of energy, making them ideal as a pre-workout snack as well.
Baked Sweet Potato Fries
If you’re desperate for French fries then you’ll be pleased to know that you can satisfy your craving without compromising your health. Baked sweet potato fries are far better for you on two different levels. Firstly, baked foods are always healthier than their fried counterparts. Secondly, sweet potatoes contain far fewer calories and carbs than regular potatoes. The sweet potato is also jam-packed with Vitamin A and C.
Dark Chocolate
People with a sweet tooth who are conscious of their health have long known that dark chocolate is their saving grace. The darker the chocolate, the better it is for you. But you will need to chow down on a bar that is at least 70% if you want the full effects. Dark chocolate contains cacao beans, which are known to have an incredibly high concentration of anti-oxidants. Antioxidants protect the body from harm caused by free radical molecules are help prevent heart disease and cancer.
Ginger
Whether you’re cooking something sweet or savoury, ginger is here to help. With an intensely delicious flavour ginger is a great addition to stir fries, curries, juices or even just hot water. Even just a small amount of this miracle root is enough to allow the effects to work. Ginger has been known to improve digestion and enhance your immune system as well as to reduce inflammations. It is highly recommended for those suffering from colds and sore throats.
Pineapple
When consuming fruits it is important to take into account the amount of natural sugar said fruit contains. Pineapple contains a fair amount of sugar so it is important to eat it in moderation. However, sugar aside, this spiky fruit offers all kinds of other important health benefits from the pineapple’s bromelain enzyme. This enzyme can help prevent inflammation and indigestion. If buying and chopping up a ripe pineapple is too much of a hassle, invest in a few bags of frozen pineapple and throw them into a blender for a delicious and healthy smoothie.
