6. Fried chicken
Fried chicken is present at family reunions, parties, celebrations and, of course, at buffets. “Fried foods are typically abundant at buffets, but you should avoid them or keep them to a strict minimum since they are packed with saturated fats and calories,” Geerts says.
Plus, even if chicken itself is a great source of protein, when it’s fried, all those benefits melt away like butter on a hot pan—not to mention that most people dip fried chicken wings in a sauce that comes from an unknown bottle. “Look for pan-seared chicken or pulled pork to replace fried chicken. And choose sweet potatoes in place of french fries.”
