7. Mashed potatoes
Mashed potatoes are definitely a beloved comfort food—and they are pretty healthy when boiled and smashed at home. “Mashed potatoes at a buffet often come from a box or prepackaged mix, have lots of sodium, lack the nutritious potato skins, and have lots of added fats,” says Amanda Kostro Miller, RD, who serves on the advisory board for Family Living Today.
If you want to eat healthier, opt for baked potatoes (if they are sweet, even better!). “Roasted or baked potatoes usually have the nutritious skin and you can control what condiments you add,” she says.
