5 Healthy Foods to Try This Year

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Number one on the list is Greek Yogurt. It is made differently from what we typically call yogurt here in the US, but it is not hard to find. Many grocery stores carry it now. The rest of the list has some things that you probably won’t find on a typical grocery store shelf, but you might… a lot of the better stores have fairly large health food sections, so look and see. I highlighted the yogurt because it is quick and easy- no prep or cooking involved. The dried fruit is also a good quick healthy food. Some of the others do require prep and cooking, so if that is not your thing, just add in the ones that fit your lifestyle. Every little bit helps!

“Greek-style yogurt is higher in protein than the regular variety,” says Jonny Bowden, author of “The Healthiest Foods on Earth.” One commercially available full-fat product lists 15 grams of protein for a one-cup serving, and its 2 percent-fat version lists 19 grams. With studies touting the value of a high protein breakfast, Greek yogurt is a great way to start the day. “Eating protein in the morning keeps you satisfied and cuts down your urge to overeat during the rest of the day, and Greek-style yogurt is a fast way to get it,” says Bowden.

Check out the whole list here at MSNBC.