Jul 15, 2025

Have You Been Eating These 8 ‘Healthy’ Foods The Right Way?

Aanya Mehta

1. Granola

People often consume large portions of granola, assuming it's low-calorie. Moderation is key,

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2. Smoothies

Smoothies must always be prepared with protein (like Greek yogurt), healthy fats, and no added sugar.

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3. Salads

People often eat salads with creamy dressings, and without protein. Adding millets, or other protein enriched foods to make it balanced.

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4. Multigrain or Brown Bread

All brown breads are not whole wheat breads. Ensure to always read the label carefully.

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5. Flavored Yogurt

Yoghurt should ideally be unflavoured because it has maximum potential to benefit without any added flavourings or sugar.

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6. Protein Bars

Protein bars are treated like a health food but many of them are just candy bars in disguise.

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7. Fruit Juice

People often think packaged fruit juice is healthy as whole fruit. But it has added fruit flavours and sugar.

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8. Nuts and Nut butters

Nuts are overeaten because they’re treated as “healthy fats.” Stick to small servings (a handful or 1 tbsp), and unsalted, natural varieties has a more positive impact on the body.

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