Whole Wheat Bread

Carbohydrates are essential for energy and brain function, and if you consume the following 16 nutrient-dense, fiber-rich carbs, you’ll stay fuelled, lose weight, and remain full all day long.

The good news is that many traditional holiday foods are actually quite healthy—it’s all about how you prepare them.  Take these ten festive favorites as healthful examples, and be sure to include them in your holiday feast.

Eating whole, unprocessed foods can be a hidden source of calories also. Many fresh fruits and vegetables contain high levels of natural sugars. Legumes are high in carbohydrates and their calories can add up quickly. It can be challenging navigating health foods, so here is our list of the 13 healthy foods to avoid for weight loss.