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Jul 30, 2019

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Crunchy, creamy, salty, sweet – we all crave it some time or another. Yet, the food that satisfies these cravings may not support our craving for better health and well-being. While there’s nothing wrong with indulging now and then, regularly eating junk food can cause many health issues in the future. That is why is so important to find out how to enjoy healthy food substitutes for your favorite foods.

The challenge is to substitute our favorite food with a healthier option without sacrificing flavor. Eating healthy has tons of benefits, but flavorful food hasn’t always been one of them. Until now. This list of healthy food substitutes and swaps increases nutrition without decreasing flavor.

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Stephany is a GR8NESS Contributing Editor who writes about pet care, CBD, stress, self care, meditation, time management, brain training, and natural remedies with a focus on the science behind it all. She has three dogs, three cats, walks half marathons, and practices yoga and powerlifting. You can often find her training her dogs or experimenting with new flavors in the kitchen.

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